Lead Accountant

Cleaner EV Ltd; Horbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleaner EV Ltd, a leading renewable infrastructure provider, seeks a Lead Accountant in Horbury. The successful candidate will support strategic decision-making through detailed financial analysis and management. With competitive salary and numerous benefits, the role promises a supportive work environment reflecting the company’s values of integrity and teamwork.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual bonus scheme

28 days annual leave + 1 birthday leave

Matched pension contributions up to 8%

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Free on-site parking

Increased paid leave scheme based on service

Qualifications

• Proven experience in month-end reporting and financial analysis.
• Experience in construction or engineering sectors is preferred.
• Familiarity with VAT and Construction Industry Scheme.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and report monthly management accounts to Finance Director.
• Conduct reconciliations and oversee payroll inputs.
• Manage purchase ledger and support project-level P&L reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Attention to Detail

Communication

Organizational Skills

Sage 50

Microsoft Excel

Education

Professional Accountancy Qualification

Tools

Sage 50

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Cleaner Group was established in 2019 and has quickly become one of the UK’s most trusted EPC and ICP contractors, delivering integrated renewable infrastructure nationwide. With five strategically located regional hubs in Dumbarton, Wakefield and Hertfordshire, we combine national reach with local agility to deliver high-quality, efficient solutions.

Our expertise spans a wide range of services, including high-voltage grid connections, 33kV substation construction, complex trenching and ducting works, and full lifecycle delivery of solar PV, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure.

As a fully accredited Independent Connection Provider (ICP), we are recognised for our high standards and proactive relationship management with both DNOs and IDNOs. We specialise in end-to-end delivery of EHV, HV, and LV connections, expertly managing the interface between private developments and utility networks to ensure compliance, quality, and timely execution.

At the core of Cleaner Group is our people. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to our core values:integrity, commitment, teamwork, safety, and loyalty. These values are not just principles; they are the foundation of our culture and the driving force behind our success. We expect every team member to embody these values in their daily work, ensuring we deliver on our strategic goals and uphold the highest standards across every project.

Cleaner Group recognises the value of a person's ability no matter their ethnicity, social background, religion or belief, gender identify, sexual orientation, or marital status/civil partnership. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard, valued, respected and empowered. If you need adjustments or accommodations during the hiring process, please reach out to us and we will do our best to support you.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Lead Accountant located in Wakefield. This is a key role within the finance function, responsible for day-to-day accounting tasks, financial reporting and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and report monthly management accounts (P&L, Balance Sheet) to the Finance Director
• Perform monthly reconciliations of liability accounts, prepayments, and accruals
• Conduct sector-based financial analysis to support business insights
• Weekly bank reconciliations and authorisation of payments
• Maintain the fixed asset register and post monthly depreciation journals
• Oversee payroll inputs, including new starters, leavers, and P11Ds
• Manage company pension scheme administration
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns, with knowledge of VAT in renewables and construction
• Administer Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) processes, including subcontractor verification, invoice processing, and monthly returns
• Conduct monthly credit checks on new and existing customers
• Manage purchase ledger: invoice processing, supplier statement reconciliation, and month-end payment preparation
• Support Contracts Management with project-level P&L reporting
• Proven experience in month-end reporting and financial analysis
• Strong leadership and team coordination skills
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
• Proficient in Sage 50 and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, etc.)
• Experience in the construction, engineering, or infrastructure sectors
• Familiarity with CIS, VAT in renewables, and project-based accounting
• Exposure to financial systems implementation or process improvement initiatives

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with annual bonus scheme
• 28 days annual leave + 1 birthday leave, in addition to bank holidays
• Increased paid leave scheme based on service
• Matched pension contributions up to 8%
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Reimbursement of work-related expenses
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive and values-driven team environment

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (37.5 hours per week, with a 30-minute unpaid break)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

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