Assistant Accountant

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.

What is the Role?

SSE Thermal is recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join the team. This is an exciting time to join as SSE Thermal positions itself to be the leading provider of flexible energy in a low carbon world. The role will deliver financial support across the portfolio, with varied tasks in a complex and fast paced commercial and political arena.

• Month end analysis and accounting as well as P&L analysis, posting journals for accruals, prepayments etc. 
• Maintaining Balance Sheet account reconciliations highlighting and investigating material variances.
• Assisting in the preparation of Statutory reporting and supporting the Audit process.
• Preparation of VAT returns and other reporting requirements.
• Involvement in varied Project work, a requirement to complete ad hoc duties and to seek continuous improvement opportunities to support the business.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

• A strong grasp of accounting fundamentals e.g. accruals/prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations.
• Diligent and self-motivated with the ability to work with minimal supervision and have good attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement .
• An awareness of current regulations including IFRS.
• Preferably be studying towards an appropriate accounting qualification (ICAS, ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA) or be qualified by experience in a similar role.

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?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more.

Base Location: Perth or Glasgow

Salary: £37,075 - £43,063 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family

Working Pattern: Permanent Full Time, Flexible First options available