Senior Accountant

Green Recruitment Company; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A renewable energy recruitment firm in the UK seeks a Senior Accountant to support the Finance Director. The role includes preparing financial statements, managing general ledger activities, and leading month-end close processes. Candidates should hold ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications, possess strong UK GAAP knowledge, and have experience in construction, engineering, or renewable energy. This is an excellent opportunity for career growth into leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA accountant.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and understanding of IFRS.
• Experience in construction, engineering or renewable energy is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements under UK GAAP.
• Manage general ledger activities including journals and reconciliations.
• Lead elements of the month-end close process and deliver results.

Skills

UK GAAP knowledge

IFRS understanding

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are hiring a Senior Accountant to support the Finance Director in managing the day-to-day financial accounting operations of a growing business in the renewable energy and infrastructure sector. This role offers broad exposure across financial accounting, management reporting, compliance, and group reporting, with the opportunity to take real ownership and develop into a leadership position.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements under UK GAAP and support Group reporting under IFRS

• Manage general ledger activities, including journals, accruals and reconciliations

• Ensure accurate recording and reconciliation of intercompany transactions

• Lead key elements of the month-end close process and deliver accurate, timely results

• Prepare management accounts, variance analysis and financial commentary

• Support external audits, prepare audit schedules and manage auditor queries

• Review and submit UK VAT returns and support corporation tax computations

• Provide financial insights to senior management and group finance

• Support project controllers by ensuring accurate project cost reporting

• Improve financial systems, processes and reporting tools (e.g., ERP / eGecko)

• Supervise junior finance staff

About You

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and a good understanding of IFRS

• Experience in construction, engineering or renewable energy is beneficial

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Clear, confident communicator who can work effectively with UK and international teams