Senior Accountant Energy Sector
About Us
We are a forward-thinking company in the energy sector, committed to innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence. As we continue to grow, were looking for a Senior Accountant to join our finance team and play a key role in supporting our financial operations and strategic goals.
Job Summary
The Senior Accountant will be responsible for managing core accounting functions, manage payment processes, completing or reviewing Ofgem RFIs (Requests for Information), and supervising other members of the team. This role requires, attention to detail, leadership capabilities and ideally industry knowledge
Responsibilities
Manage general ledger activities, journal entries, and month-end close
Oversee payment processing and ensure accuracy and timeliness
Prepare and respond to RFIs for internal and external stakeholders
Manage and mentor accounting team
Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies
Assist with financial reporting and audit preparation
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency
Liaise with directors and non-finance teams to provide insight and guidance.
Prepare reconciliations, review P&L and balance sheet reports.
Requirements
Qualified or part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA, AAT level 4) Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, ideally in the energy industry
Strong understanding of financial systems and payment workflows
Experience completing and checking RFIs and working with cross-functional teams
A confident communicator.
Organised, proactive, and comfortable juggling multiple priorities.
Proficiency in accounting software (SAGE).
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