Anderson Knight Recruitment is working on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded energy business to recruit a Financial Accountant on a permanent basis. This role offers the chance to play an integral part in their Finance team and contribute to the continued success of the business.

The Role
Reporting to the Financial Accounting Manager, you will manage the month-end and year-end accounting processes for a subsidiary of the business. You will ensure strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and compliance with both internal policies and statutory requirements. The role involves close collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders to provide reliable financial information that supports business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day accounting activities and month-end processes.
• Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, Balance Sheets, and reconciliations.
• Maintain the month-end control checklist and oversee the Risk & Control Framework.
• Support budgeting and forecasting activities.
• Ensure compliance with tax obligations, including VAT, CIS, and Corporation Tax.
• Coordinate and support the year-end process, including preparation of statutory accounts.
• Work with internal stakeholders to provide accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Liaise with auditors and other third parties as required.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Present financial information clearly to senior management, providing insight where needed.

Experience & Knowledge

• Proven experience managing financial controls, reconciliations, and month-end processes.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of tax compliance (VAT, CIS, Corporation Tax).
• Confident with accounting systems and Excel for financial analysis and reporting.
• Experience working closely with internal teams to support business operations.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected energy business and make a meaningful contribution to their Finance function while continuing to develop your accounting career.