- The execution of comprehensive general accounting and period closing activities for Transmission Capital Investment. Supporting the Capital Investment Accountant by producing timely and accurate reconciliations, reporting and statutory & regulatory return information.
- Securing, consolidating, analysing and providing accurate factbased information for Transmission Capital Investment projects. You will support finance forecasting and provide a comprehensive overview of project finances as required to support robust financial control.
- Providing financial data and insights, updating dashboards and providing recommendations to the Transmission Capital Investment Finance Team and Project Teams.
- An awareness of accounting and finance procedures would be advantageous.
- The ability to work unsupervised and deliver high quality work to tight deadlines.
- A good knowledge of core financial systems and general accounting procedures.
- An understanding of key business metrics and key financial metrics and how they are calculated and used to drive performance.
- Qualified by experience or commenced study / Part Qualified with a professional accounting body (e.g., CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or CPA) is desired but not essential.
Finance Analyst - Perth, United Kingdom - Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks
Description
SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world.Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.
Join us on our journey to net zero and help us power change.
About the Role
Base Location:Flexible Scotland, however our preference is that you will be based in Glasgow or Perth.
Salary:£29,200 - £43,800+ Performance Related Bonus + arange of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern:Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
This role will be responsible for supporting the financial aspects of the Transmission Capital investment programme at an exciting time of growth within the industry.
We are currently in thethird year ofthis 5-year price control for Electricity Transmission (RIIO-T2).
We have a long-term plan to take the business forward as we look towards RIIO-T3 and deliver our RIIO-T2 commitmentsto support the overall Group.
We are on course to invest over £7bn in our RIIO-T2 period.You will support the Transmission Capital Investment programme working closely as part of a small team with Transmission Capital Investment Finance Managers and Accountants and other key internal stakeholders.
This requires significant financial discipline to underpin decision making and drive value and efficiency.You will need to understand the nature of our regulatory obligations under our RIIO price controls is necessary to succeed in this role.
The Finance Analyst is responsible for:
The above accountabilities & responsibilities are not exhaustive; the applicant may be required to undertake additional duties as the business changes.
What do I need?
To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
About our Business
Our SSE Finance function has a key part to play in fulfilling SSE's obligations as a UK-listed company, providing expertise and services that can be shared across the SSE Group, and working in partnership with all businesses to provide services tailored to their specific needs.
SSE operates in a highly regulated and increasingly competitive environment, and our role is to ensure that we gather, compile, analyse and recommend on the financial strategy for our businesses, identifying opportunities to drive efficiencies and create value for SSE now, and in the future.
What's in it for you?
An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE.
Search for ' Inclusion & Diversity at SSE ' to find out more.Next Steps
All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.
If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact /
Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.
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