R2R Assistant Accountant

SSE PLC; Dublin; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

SSE plc in Ireland (Dublin area) is hiring an Assistant Accountant in our Record to Report Centre of Excellence for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will deliver accurate, timely financial information and support the month-end close alongside experienced colleagues across GL, Revenue, Projects and Fixed Assets.

The role emphasizes strong controls, continuous improvement, and a collaborative, safe, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, accounting or a related discipline.
• Progress towards a professional qualification such as ICAS, ACCA or CIMA, or equivalent.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate records and controls.
• Collaborative and supportive working style in a safe, inclusive team.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end, half-year and year-end reporting activities, ensuring accurate delivery of key outputs.
• Prepare journals, balance sheet reconciliations and reporting packs.
• Carry out key financial controls and maintain documentation and audit trails.
• Collaborate with R2R team to share knowledge and ensure efficient ways of working.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and controls across the function.

Skills

Finance experience

Accounting background

Progress toward professional qual.

Education

Professional qualification progress (ICAS/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following office locations Glasgow, Perth or Dublin

Salary: £31,600 - £47,400 (UK) or €41,600 - €62,400 (ROI) + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern:12 month fixed term contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

Join SSE's Record to Report (R2R) Centre of Excellence as an Assistant Accountant and play a key role in delivering accurate, timely and well-controlled financial information that supports the success of the SSE Group. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about developing their accounting career within a collaborative and supportive environment, working alongside experienced finance professionals across areas including General Ledger, Revenue, Projects and Fixed Assets. You'll contribute to delivering high-quality financial reporting, strengthening financial controls, and driving continuous improvement, while helping to foster a culture where safety, wellbeing, integrity and accountability are at the heart of everything we do.

You will

• - Support month-end, half-year and year-end reporting activities, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of key financial outputs.
• - Prepare journals, balance sheet reconciliations and reporting packs, helping to investigate and explain variances and material movements.
• - Carry out key financial controls and maintain clear documentation, audit trails and supporting evidence to ensure a robust control environment.
• - Collaborate closely with colleagues across the R2R team, sharing knowledge and supporting safe, consistent and efficient ways of working.
• - Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance controls and support continuous improvement initiatives across the function.

You have

• - Experience in finance, accounting or a related discipline, with progress towards a professional qualification such as ICAS, ACCA or CIMA, or equivalent relevant experience.
• - A proactive and curious approach, with the confidence to investigate issues, solve problems and escal
• - Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality work to agreed deadlines.
• - Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accurate records, controls and processes.
• - A collaborative and supportive working style, with a focus on building positive relationships and contributing to a safe, inclusive and high-performing team culture.

About SSE

SSE's purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.

We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.

Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.

Our Finance teams create value for all SSE business areas and play a key role in fulfilling our obligations as a FTSE100 UK-listed company. In a highly regulated and competitive environment, their experts keep us powering ahead by identifying efficiencies, providing advice and optimising our financial strategies.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] / 01738 351816 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.