Management Accountant

Job description

Exciting Opportunity: Management Accountant

 

About Engie

 

ENGIE is a global leader in low-carbon energy supply and services. We have been active in the UK energy market for over 20 years, and our investments in energy infrastructure are focused on energy storage and renewable energy (solar, wind, biogas), whilst supplying energy to organisations of all sizes.

 

We are reshaping the energy future by reconciling economic performance with a positive impact on people and the planet, and we are looking for people who are committed to help turn our vision into reality.

 

About the role:

The role assumes responsibility for accounting for the corporate holding companies, other than International Power Ltd. and to deal with all monthly accounting that is required for those companies.

 

Key responsibilities:

 

·  Deliver high-quality accounting services so that the reported results are robust and reliable;
·  Maintaining accounting records in accordance with ENGIE accounting policies and IFRSs;
·  Maintaining the accounting ledgers for companies using SAP up to trial balance including foreign currency translation, monthly taxation and deferred taxation calculations, and other transactions associated with corporate holding companies;
·  Working with Group Treasury to ensure bank postings are correct, suspense accounts are cleared, bank reconciliations are completed and cash-flow forecasts are produced as necessary.
·  Reporting on a monthly basis into SMART including detailed analysis of all intra group movements and any quarterly, half yearly or annual additional schedules;
·  Preparation of management accounts to a high standard in accordance with FRS 101 or other local GAAP so that the statutory accounts can be prepared easily and the audits can progress smoothly;
·  Dealing with external auditors on all queries raised on the primary books and records during the audit process;
·  Accountability for timely statutory accounts preparation;
·  Assisting the IP tax team with any queries they may have in the submission of the tax returns;
·  Maintaining internal controls and appropriate segregation of duties, meeting INCOME and internal control requirements;
·  To provide support to the ongoing development of processes and procedures within the IP team;
·  To develop SAP and other tools to ensure system is fit for purpose; and
·  To work on continuous improvement projects, taking ownership of particular workstreams and ensuring on time delivery against agreed timescales.

 

Key requirements:

·  Experience in managing key business and client relationships;
·  Good technical knowledge and accounting skills, in IFRSs and UK law;
·  Ability to develop and apply internal control frameworks;
·  Excellent planning and administration skills;
·  Well-developed influencing and communication skills;
·  Project/programme management skills;
·  Experience in challenging the status quo and fostering an innovative mindset within teams.

 

Qualifications:

·  Part qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA

 

ENGIE Competencies:

·  Takes ownership of problems;
·  Acts and challenges the status quo;
·  Planning - Thinks ahead – prepare the future;
·  Delivers results and operational excellence;
·  Delivers continuous improvement; Job Description 3 of 3
·  Collaborating – Works well with others;
·  Communicating – Talks and listens to others;
·  Leading - Manages a highly engaged team who are highly regarded within the UKBU;
·  Cultivates and gives responsibility;
·  Adopts inspiring behaviours on a daily basis;
·  Influencing - Achieves maximum customer satisfaction

 

What benefits we offer?

Flexible Working

We understand the importance of work-life balance and recognise that everyone is striving to find the perfect one between work and home life. That's why we offer a hybrid working model that combines the convenience of remote work with the benefits of collaborating in a professional office environment. You'll have the flexibility to work from home part of the time, allowing you to optimise your productivity while enjoying a comfortable work setup.
 

Bonus Programme

We reward your hard work and dedication with a competitive bonus programme that recognises and values your contributions. Your efforts are appreciated and directly reflected in your financial rewards.
 

Life Assurance

We prioritise your peace of mind by offering life assurance coverage. You can feel confident knowing that your loved ones will be protected in the event of the unexpected.
 

Income Protection

Your financial security matters to us. Our income protection benefits ensure that you have a safety net in place, providing a valuable source of income if you're unable to work due to illness or injury.
 

Employer Pension Contribution

We invest in your future by contributing to your pension plan. You can enjoy the confidence and peace of mind that comes with knowing that you're building a solid foundation for your retirement.
 

Healthcare Cash Plan

Your well-being matters to us, which is why we provide a healthcare cash plan. You'll have access to a range of healthcare benefits, including reimbursement for medical expenses, dental and optical care, and more. Take care of yourself and your family's health without financial worries.
 

myENGIE

We offer a range of flexible benefits to employees alongside hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts through myENGIE.

 

Diverse Employer

ENGIE’s purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a carbon-neutral economy, through reduced energy consumption and more environmentally friendly solutions, and we know that the most successful businesses are the most sustainable ones. Diversity, equity and inclusion is key to sustainability and success and our goal is to attract, engage and retain the best talent, bringing the best thinking to our business from inside and outside of our industry. Our ambition is to make sure everyone at ENGIE feels valued, respected and included. We know that diverse teams have more creativity, imagination, innovation and problem solving capabilities, so we are committed to tackling inequalities and creating a diverse and inclusive business.

 

Equal Opportunity

We're an equal opportunity employer, which means we'll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and we're committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. During the application process you will be asked to complete an equality questionnaire on a voluntary basis and any data we collect will be treated confidentially and used for evaluation purposes only. This helps us understand our audience so we can make sure we are doing everything we can to attract a diverse range of people and ensure our recruitment processes are fair and inclusive.

Business Unit:  T&G

Division:  T&G Europe - UK

Legal Entity:  INTERNATIONAL POWER LTD.

Contract Type:  Permanent

Job Type:  Full - Time

Professional Experience:  Junior (experience < 3 years)

Education Level:  Other