THE OPPORTUNITY:

Brilliant opportunity for a bright graduate to join the asset management team of a leading renewable energy investor as a Graduate Accountant.

This particular fund are leaders within the sector and their current multi £billion portfolio includes solar PV, onshore wind, bioenergy & storage assets.

The company has ambitious plans for the future and is keen to recruit a competent and reliable individual able to work independently to help administer the various projects we currently manage.

THE ROLE:

Supporting the Finance Manager, the main responsibilities for the role are:

• Assisting in the preparation of management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations for a number of project vehicles
• Preparation of payment runs and bank reconciliations
• Processing and filing purchase invoices
• Raising sales invoices
• Liaising with suppliers and customers on reconciliations and queries
• Transaction posting
• Maintaining and updating investor schedules
• Production of dividend and loan certificates
• Processing and checking expense claims and credit card statements
• Assisting in preparation of VAT returns
• Responsible for banking liaison - i.e. coordinating mandates for opening accounts, adding signatories, managing bank summary reports, and other applications
• Due to the small nature of the company there will be a number of ad hoc duties that will assist the accounting team and investment managers

THE INDIVIDUAL:

• Well-presented individual with outgoing personality
• Good degree in a relevant discipline & Excellent A-levels
• Strong knowledge of Excel and MS Office
• Accounting package experience
• High level of numeracy
• Keen attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Ability to take responsibility and work with limited supervision
• A reliable, honest and discreet individual
• Strong communication and personal skills
• Although no prior experience within the low carbon sectors is not required, it will be advantageous if the candidate is able to demonstrate an interest in sustainability