Plant Accountant

enfinium Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste-to-energy operator in the UK is seeking a Regional Plant Accountant to oversee financial operations across multiple sites. The successful candidate will manage month-end processes while providing critical financial insights to support operational performance. Ideal candidates will have CIMA or ACCA qualifications, strong Excel skills, and proven experience in accounting roles, particularly within industrial settings. This position offers a collaborative environment and the opportunity to contribute to sustainability efforts.

Benefits

Vitality Private Medical care

Private Dental Care

Life Assurance

Company pension with a 6% company contribution

EV Car Scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance programme

Uniform provided

Continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar accounting role, ideally within a multi-site or industrial environment.
• Experience in business partnering with stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage PO reporting, accruals, and reconciliations for purchasing and sales processes.
• Prepare and process month-end journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Deliver month-end variance analysis and reporting.

Skills

Financial acumen

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Stakeholder relationship building

Education

CIMA or ACCA qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Role

Regional Plant Accountant

As this role covers the South of England it can be based in Deeside, West Bromwich, London or Sittingbourne

At enfinium, we're driven by a shared purpose - turning waste into energy and making a real impact on the UK's journey to net zero. Every day, our teams help communities reduce landfill and generate sustainable electricity to power homes and businesses across the country.

Now we're looking for a Regional Plant Accountant South supporting our sites; Kelvin, West Bromwich, Parc Adfer, Deeside and Kemsley, Sittingbourne. This role can been based at any of the three sites but there will be an expectation that each site is visited at least once a month.

The role

As a key member of our finance team, you'll ensure the accurate preparation and maintenance of costs or Gross Margin data for your assigned plants. You'll be the go-to person for plant managers, providing timely and insightful financial information - including forecasts and budgets - to support decision‑making, operational performance, and compliance.

You'll take ownership of month‑end processes, variance analysis, and reporting, partnering closely with Finance, Operations, and FP&A colleagues. This is a hands‑on, detail‑driven role where your proactive mindset and analytical skills will make a real difference.

Key responsibilities

• Manage PO reporting, accruals, and reconciliations for purchasing and sales processes.
• Prepare and process month‑end journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Deliver month‑end variance analysis and reporting, including foreign currency transactions.
• Complete all month‑end duties up to first draft of variance analysis and cashflow for your assigned sites.
• Review P&L with the Financial Controller, Senior Accountant, Plant Manager, and FP&A Manager.
• Partner with plant managers to ensure adherence to financial controls and drive performance.
• Support wider finance initiatives, including continuous improvement and company‑wide projects.
• Monthly internal audit on stores
• VAT Returns
• Provide cover and support for finance colleagues as required.

About you

We're looking for someone who combines strong financial acumen with a collaborative approach. You'll have:

• CIMA or ACCA qualification.
• Proven experience in a similar accounting role, ideally within a multi‑site or industrial environment.
• Excellent Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience in business partnering and building trusted stakeholder relationships.
• Meticulous attention to detail, strong problem‑solving ability, and a proactive mindset.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.

About Us

A BA BETTER PARTNER. A CLEANER WORLD

Enfinium is one of the largest pure‑play waste‑to‑energy operators in the U.K. who transform waste into heat and energy that power our homes, businesses, green communities and the circular economy. With more than 45 years of proven industry experience. Enfinium has four operating facilities around the U.K. and a further two facilities in construction and are transforming the way our industry serves customers, communities and the environment.

At Enfinium we're guided by five principles, we use these to make sure we're not only doing a great job, but we're doing it in the right and safe way:

One Team - Pride Matters - Safety on Purpose - Make a positive impact - Take Ownership

Who are Enfinium?

Enfinium is one of the largest pure‑play waste‑to‑energy operators in the U.K. who transform waste into heat and energy that power our homes, businesses, green communities and the circular economy. With more than 45 years of proven industry experience. Enfinium has four operating facilities around the U.K. and a further two facilities in construction and are transforming the way our industry serves customers, communities and the environment.

As a company, we really value our employees and as such, offer a generous employee benefits package which includes the following:

• Vitality Private Medical care
• Private Dental Care
• Life Assurance
• Company pension with a 6% company contribution
• EV Car Scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Assistance programme
• Uniform provided
• Continuous learning and development through our e‑learning portal and access to role‑based qualifications