Finance Data Engineer: Automation & Analytics

RWE; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Part-time options

Job summary

RWE Supply & Trading GmbH in Swindon is seeking a data‑driven analyst for Commodity Accounting on a fixed‑term basis. You will design reliable data solutions, support monthly, quarterly and annual closes, and work directly with business users to gather requirements, implement tests and troubleshoot issues.

You will gain broad exposure to RWEST's trading activities and the end‑to‑end accounting landscape while driving automation and controls.

Qualifications

• Strong programming skills in Microsoft SQL, T-SQL and Python.
• Experience with VBA, Excel, Access and SAP S/4HANA.
• Initial experience in the energy sector and a basic understanding of commodity markets.
• Experience embedding AI or automation into recurring data processes with appropriate controls.
• Proven ability to collaborate with business users throughout the full solution lifecycle.
• Curiosity and confidence to challenge complexity constructively and develop practical solutions.
• Ownership of outcomes, with the drive to deliver reliable solutions in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support data set-up and maintenance for monthly, quarterly and annual Commodity Accounting closing processes.
• Analyse accounting data and respond to data-related enquiries.
• Develop and enhance database interfaces and data solutions across the accounting IT landscape.
• Automate recurring processes to strengthen reporting, controls and self-service.
• Partner with business users throughout requirements gathering, design, implementation, testing and troubleshooting.
• Act as a data-focused contact for internal and external auditors.

Skills

Microsoft SQL

T-SQL

Python

VBA

Excel

Access

SAP S/4HANA

Tools

Databricks

Job description

RWE Supply & Trading GmbH in Swindon is seeking a data‑driven analyst for Commodity Accounting on a fixed‑term basis. You will design reliable data solutions, support monthly, quarterly and annual closes, and work directly with business users to gather requirements, implement tests and troubleshoot issues.

You will gain broad exposure to RWEST's trading activities and the end‑to‑end accounting landscape while driving automation and controls.