Acting as a strong business partner, building a good working relationship with both finance and operational teams to understand the contract deliverables and the financial impact of these is key to this role.
Communicating regularly with contract managers, other finance personnel including financial controller and regional financial controller.
Establishing good working relationships with operations teams.
Financial management reporting of our water retail business and Edinburgh Airport contract. The role supports operations and project managers to achieve financial targets.
Intercompany overhead allocations.
Preparation of the management accounts in a timely manner and alert senior management if there are any concerns or issues.
Monthly variance analysis against budget and forecast.
Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
Reporting accurate financial information that will be used for business decisions.
Processing accounting transactions including accruals and prepayments.
Financial management reporting of our water retail business and Edinburgh Airport contract. The role supports operations and project managers to achieve financial targets.
Balance sheet reconciliations.
The role will have exposure to other areas of the business., We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

This role would suit a Part Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) although not essential, with previous experience in a similar role
An individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills to provide industry-leading customer service to all internal and external customers
Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
Competent Google Sheets /Excel and Computer skills are required
Experience with Workday and Adaptive Insights would be an advantage
Able to understand, question, organise and challenge a range of financial data
Working both as an individual and as part of a small team.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

Access to our company pension scheme
Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential