Job Description
Company overview:
Recurrent Energy is the UK’s leading Solar O&M company. We work hard to deliver what our clients need; our staff will tell you it is a great place to work because of our culture and our people. We are recruiting as we are growing the number of sites we look after across the UK, it’s an exciting time to join us.
We recognize and encourage teamwork, quality, and creativity. We offer training and career development to all. We care about the work that we do, we are fully transparent with our people about all aspects of the business from sale and finances, and our customers trust us. We have the experience, skills and knowledge, the industry connections, and the foresight to deliver a reliable service to our O&M customers and adapt quickly to the changing energy landscape. We truly value our people and our culture, which makes Recurrent Energy an exciting and rewarding place to work.
Position summary:
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Financial Analyst to join our finance team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in supporting operational cost efficiency and financial planning. You will be responsible for collecting and recording historical data for accurate future forecasting, managing a financial database, and preparing detailed financial reports.
Responsibilities:
* Support efforts to optimise operational costs.
* Collect and record historical financial data for accurate forecasting.
* Create and prepare detailed financial reports.
* Manage and maintain financial records and statements in the database.
* Produce initial balance sheet schedules.
* Ensure accurate monthly reporting, including correct coding of transactions.
* Prepare analytical financial reports for the Finance Manager.
* Identify cost movements and perform ad hoc financial analysis as requested by the Finance Manager or the board.
* Conduct variance analysis to monitor financial performance.
Key Skills:
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role
* Strong analytical skills to collect, interpret, and utilize historical data for forecasting and decision-making
* A solid understanding of accounting principles and practices, particularly in producing balance sheet schedules
* Experience in creating, preparing, and presenting detailed financial reports
* Competence in managing and maintaining financial records and databases, ensuring data accuracy and completeness.
* High level of precision to ensure financial reports, coding, and balance sheets are accurate and in compliance with company policies.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills to clearly present financial findings and collaborate with management and other departments.
* Proficiency in financial software, Excel, and reporting tools to efficiently prepare reports, manage databases, and conduct analysis.
You should apply if:
* What we are doing here at Recurrent Energy excites you!
* You believe that you would fit with our values and the culture we are building.
* You are eager to have a real positive impact on the company, our products, customers and very importantly your colleagues as well.
* You are a team player whom your colleagues can rely on
* You have a “How can I help” approach to work.
* You want to share your expertise and your value.
Benefits:
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (plus 1 additional day for every year at the company)
* Life policy – 4 x annual salary
* Private Healthcare
* Enhanced pension scheme – 5% employer contribution
* Enhanced maternity and paternity package
* Companywide bonus scheme
* Laptop
* Bike2Work Scheme