Graduate Accounts Assistant – Energy Sector

Green Recruitment Company; Southampton; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A company in the renewable energy sector is seeking a Finance Graduate | Accounts Assistant to join their finance team in Southampton. This role offers hands-on experience in core finance operations, focusing on purchase ledger activities. Ideal for finance or accounting graduates eager to grow their careers in a dynamic and purpose-driven environment. The role offers a salary of £28,000 along with excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Group benefits package

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in finance or accounting role.
• Strong attention to detail in financial tasks.
• Confident using Excel and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain purchase invoices ensuring accuracy.
• Support accounts payable process and reconcile statements.
• Assist with month-end close activities and cost reporting.
• Liaise with teams and suppliers to resolve queries.
• Support improvement initiatives in finance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive and organised approach

Excel proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Finance, Accounting, or Business graduate

Job description

We’re seeking a motivated Finance Graduate | Accounts Assistant to join a growing finance team in the energy sector, with a focus on Purchase Ledger activities. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance or accounting graduate looking to kickstart their career within the renewable energy and sustainability industry.

You’ll gain hands‑on experience in core finance operations while being supported to develop your professional skills and progress within a dynamic and purpose‑driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and maintain purchase invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Support the accounts payable process and reconcile supplier statements
• Assist with month‑end close activities and cost reporting
• Liaise with internal teams and external suppliers to resolve invoice or payment queries
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function
• Provide general assistance to the wider finance team as required

About You

• Finance, Accounting, or Business graduate with about 1-2 years' experience
• Strong attention to detail with a proactive and organised approach
• Confident using Excel and financial systems
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Keen to develop a career in finance within the renewable energy and sustainability space

What’s on Offer

• Salary £28,000
• Group benefits package
• Excellent career development and progression opportunities
• Be part of a growing, mission‑driven company in the renewable energy sector