What is the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Joint Venture Accountant to join the Renewables Financial Control team based in Perth or Glasgow. The role will have a particular focus on Seagreen Windfarm, Scotland's largest offshore wind farm. Reporting into the Joint Venture Finance Manager, you will be involved in delivering accurate and timely general accounting, period end closing and reporting activities, and delivery of reporting information to the commercial finance team and JV partner to provide updates on financial performance and provide additional insight through reporting and commentary as required. The role will involve working closely with a range of internal and external stakeholders, focusing on establishing best practice in reporting and processes.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing month end journals and ownership of monthly analytical commentary for inclusion in the SSER monthly management accounts
- Ownership of balance sheets and trial balances, performing reconciliations to ensure that accounts are accurate and free from misstatement
- Contribute to the year end and half year process including ownership of the preparation of the statutory accounts and liaising with auditors
- Continual review of processes and procedures to ensure that the financial control requirements of the JVs are met
- Prepare and submit VAT returns as required.
What do I need?
- A professional qualification with practice or industry experience.
- Up-to-date knowledge of IFRS and FRS 101 accounting standards.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to research, understand and interrogate a wide range of finance issues
- Good knowledge of core financial systems and general accounting procedures
- Strong time management skills to balance competing deadlines and deliverables across diverse stakeholders, along with the ability to manage expectations and adapt to changing business needs.
- Confident and articulate with a willingness to challenge in a constructive and supportive manner
In addition to the above you will be a good communicator, professional and diligent, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure, whilst never compromising on the quality of your work. You will be flexible, adept at managing expectations and be able to adapt to changing business needs.
About SSE
'SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.'
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
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.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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