Junior Accountant / Accountant

We are representing a fast-growing energy infrastructure business that delivers innovative power and storage solutions to support the transition toward cleaner, more reliable energy systems. The company operates across the full project lifecycle and is known for its collaborative culture, strong commercial focus, and commitment to high-quality project delivery.

Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Accountant to join their expanding team and support the financial management of complex, high-value projects within a dynamic and forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities:

Project Finance

• Assist in maintaining accurate project financial records and reporting.
• Support cost and pricing calculations under supervision.
• Help update forecasts and project cost monitors as required.
• Prepare commercial documentation and reports for project status meetings.
• Assist with invoicing according to project progress and contractual terms.
• Ensure timely submission of applications for payment.
• Support compliance with financial reporting guidelines and local accounting standards.

Accounting & Reporting

• Assist with bookkeeping and posting transactions in relevant systems.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Help track non-conformance costs and report findings to senior finance staff.

Compliance & Controls

• Support adherence to internal controls, revenue recognition policies, and accounting standards.
• Assist with routine compliance checks and documentation.
• Ensure proper handling of petty cash and other minor financial transactions.

Collaboration & Learning

• Participate in internal project meetings as required to support the finance team.
• Work closely with project teams and senior accountants to understand financial processes.
• Build strong working relationships across departments to support accurate reporting and compliance.

Stakeholder Support

• Assist in communications with internal stakeholders regarding project finance queries.
• Support senior team members with the preparation of documentation for audits or external reviews.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent).
• Basic understanding of accounting principles, reporting, and financial control.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel, for reporting and data analysis.
• Process-oriented with strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Self-organised and able to manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
• Strong communicator, able to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Willingness to learn, develop, and take on increasing responsibility.

Desirable:

• Exposure to project finance or controlling customer projects.
• Interest and appreciation for the energy or infrastructure sector.
• Basic experience in planning, budgeting, forecasting, or reporting.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to support data-driven decision-making.