THE OPPORTUNITY: 

The Green Recruitment Company are partnered with an Investment Fund with a large portfolio of energy storage assets who are looking for a Company Secretary to join their office in London. 

This is an excellent opportunity to get involved in a dynamic niche in the renewable energy market - reporting directly to their Finance Director in providing financial services to stakeholders and leading on company secretarial and administrative services. 

THE ROLE: 

Financial: 

• Managing internal cost and cashflow forecasting, and reporting
• Maintain effective cash management policies including by providing timely cash collection as well as expense and billing cycle management
• Process employee reimbursements and overhead purchases in line with company policy
• Provide support to accountants and auditors as necessary to ensure timely delivery of interim and annual accounts
• Establish and manage purchase and sales ledger systems to efficiently capture and process invoices
• Continuously identify weaknesses in financial systems and methods, implementing or recommending solutions
• Monthly payroll and pension management in accordance with government PAYE/NIC requirements and timetables
• Provide other support to ensure that the Company maintains fiscal responsibility
• Assist with fundraise, special projects and internal ad hoc requests

THE INDIVIDUAL:  

• Experience in a small-medium commercial environmental is essential 
• Private equity or asset management experience is highly desirable 
• BA/BSc (Hons) in Accounting or another relevant discipline 
• 1-3 years' relevant experience in a commercial setting 
• Knowledge of and/or experience in working within FCA regulations is desirable 
• Very good knowledge of MS office 
• Strong organisational skills 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills 
• Adaptable and resourceful with a lateral approach to problem-solving