Record to Report Accountant

Pennon Group; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water and renewables company is seeking an R2R Accountant to ensure accurate monthly closes and compliance with accounting principles. Based in Exeter, the role requires extensive accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in accounting software. Competitive salary and benefits, including 26 days of holiday, a discretionary bonus, and a contributory pension scheme. Join a firm committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday allowance

Discretionary bonus

Competitive contributory pension

Share-save scheme

Various health benefits

Wellbeing support programmes

Group Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Financial support services

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in accounting, preferably with transactional accounting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities including process improvement.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to extract and understand detailed complex financial information.

Responsibilities

• Complete monthly, half-yearly and annual close processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Control the Fixed Asset Register and perform balance sheet reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and implement internal controls.

Skills

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Knowledge of GAAP

Accounting software proficiency

Job description

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Responsibilities

• Complete the monthly, half-yearly and annual close processes for the Pennon Group companies, ensuring timely and accurate financial statements.


• Responsibility for the quality and integrity of monthly accounting entries to the ledger, including sourcing and documenting supporting information from stakeholders.


• Controlling the Fixed Asset Register, including transactional entries and regular reconciliation.


• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies as required.


• Ensure compliance with accounting principles, regulations and internal policies and be able to demonstrate this with evidence (eg internal or external audit).


• Implement and maintain internal controls to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial data.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information for reporting and analysis.


• Help to develop and implement best practice processes to ensure the integrity of the general ledger.


• Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within the R2R function.


• Stay updated on changes in accounting standards and regulations to ensure compliance.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in accounting, preferably with experience of transactional accounting.


• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities including process improvement.


• Strong communication skills, with the ability to extract and understand detailed complex financial information and document this.


• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards.


• Proficiency in accounting software.

About Pennon Group

At Pennon Group, we're proud to be leading the way in the water and renewables industries. Alongside our subsidiaries – South West Water, Bristol Water, Bournemouth Water, SES Water, Pennon Water Services and Pennon Power – we're committed to delivering a sustainable future of our region. Because we know that by continually driving up our standards today, we'll build a better tomorrow for our communities. Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.

Core values

Be Rock Solid – Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on. Be You – We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way. Be the Future – Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.

Role Details

We currently have an opportunity for a R2R Accountant to join our team based in Exeter. Joining us on a full‑time permanent basis, you will receive a competitive salary alongside a host of excellent benefits. Salary: £0 - £0 a year.

We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long‑term career with us. We're one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition.

Benefits

• 26 days holiday allowance rising to 30 days with service plus bank holidays


• Discretionary bonus


• Competitive contributory pension


• Share‑save scheme


• Various health benefits


• Wellbeing support programmes


• A range of Group Discounts


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Financial support services


• And plenty more!

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