Job Description

Exciting Opportunity: Commercial Accountant in Leeds

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 purpose of the role is to support the business in executing all necessary financial processes and reporting in relation to its trading and regulatory activities

ENGIE are recruiting for a Commercial Accountant based in Leeds. This is a Permanent role, working full time Monday to Friday. On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Support timely and accurate performance of all back-office activities such as trade confirmations, netting statement preparation and third party supplier invoice validation.
• Support the delivery of timely and accurate reporting of all derivatives balances, covering both statutory and management reporting.
• Support the delivery of timely and compliant regulatory reporting and scheme claims such as Ofgem and BEIS reporting.
• Help with industry related external audit engagements such as those required by schemes covering Renewables Obligation, Feed-in Tariff and governmental energy bill support.
• Analyse supplier security requirements of key industry suppliers such as Elexon.
• Help with the response to external audit requests assigned to the team and ensure they are completed in a timely and accurate manner through effective planning and robust data preparation.
• Provide excellent development of assistant accountants through excellent coaching.

Key Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to apply professional techniques in a commercial environment.
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a complex and dynamic environment.
• Degree level or equivalent ;
• Qualified accountant (preferred)
• Practical experience of accounting, financial accounts or experience in other departments with similar finance disciplines.
• Knowledge of the Energy industry
• Strong technical accounting knowledge
• Able to analyse complex accounting and operational data using Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to deliver under tight deadlines

What benefits we offer?

Hybrid 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.

Enhanced Family Friendly Benefits

When the big moments happen, we look after you by offering enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.

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 Opportunities

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: GEMS

Division: GEMS - BP UK SUPPLY

Legal Entity: ENGIE POWER LIMITED

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Type: Full - Time

Professional Experience: Skilled ( >3 experience

Education Level: Other

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