Job Description

Are you passionate about numbers and eager to grow a dynamic career in Finance? We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a passion to learn new skills to join our experienced team as our new

Finance Assistant

. You'll be involved in managing end-to-end pay processes, ensuring purchase orders, invoices and reconciliations are processed timely and accurately, plus assisting with month end close and auditing.

InterGen

is a uniquely independent energy company, and we understand how important it is to help you develop skills for life while at the same time helping you gain knowledge about the energy industry. Providing flexible and reliable electricity is at the heart of everything we do and is essential to everyone; from charging your phone to boiling a kettle or powering your car! Could you help us continue to supply energy for generations to come?

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The Team

This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in our team and be a part of our journey. As part of the Transactions team within Finance, you will work closely with our Transactions & Settlements Services Manager along with the other Finance functions. But you won't stop there - the nature of this role ensures you will have the opportunity to interact with and support colleagues across all areas of InterGen.


Our Edinburgh office is a friendly and exciting environment enhanced with regular company-funded social events, seasonal gatherings, and time dedicated to charitable causes.

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Role Overview

Accounts Payable (AP) Processing

Oversee the entire end-to-end procure-to-pay (P2P) cycle, from requisitions to payments. Ensure compliance with procurement policies and internal controls. Accurately process accounts payable transactions within set timelines. Conduct supplier reconciliations and resolve discrepancies. Maintain and control supplier master data, verifying all updates. Review and validate VAT reports for accuracy and compliance; collaborate with the tax team monthly. Monitor aging reports to ensure timely payments. Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve queries. Identify and support process improvements and automation initiatives

Accounts Receivable (AR) Processing

Manage the end-to-end AR process, from invoicing to collections. Accurately process and allocate incoming payments. Prepare and monitor aging reports to track outstanding receivables. Support month-end and year-end close by ensuring AR balances are complete and accurate. Maintain audit-ready records and documentation for compliance

Month End

Reconcile general ledger accounts and key modules (e.g., AP, AR, GRNI) Reconcile monthly inventory balances Maintain and reconcile the fixed asset register, including additions, disposals, and depreciation Prepare and post monthly journals (e.g., prepayments, accruals, depreciation) Perform bank reconciliations to ensure accurate posting of receipts and payments Investigate and resolve reconciling items promptly Escalate discrepancies or unusual variances to the Manager

Audit & Site Support

Support the team by providing and filing all the required information Weekly liaisons with site business partners to resolve any issues Provide site support during outages to facilitate smooth processing
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Why You?

As our new

Finance Assistant

, you are a team player who is eager to build positive working relationships. You are motivated with an enthusiastic and dedicated approach to growing your career within Finance. You have an interest in exploring new systems and learning from others, enjoying a varied day at work within a fast-paced environment. Ideally you will have a good knowledge of the P2P cycle, AP processes and an understanding of internal controls and compliance within financial operations. Previous ERP experience (SAP, Oracle, JDE etc.) would be advantageous but we are happy to help you develop in this area if not.


This role would suit someone who has 2-5 years' experience in P2P, AP or a similar finance focused role, however we would still encourage applicants to apply who bring a positive approach to learning new skills, a curious mindset and a real drive for a career in Finance.

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What's in it for you?

35 days holiday (includes bank holidays) Discretionary bonus scheme Life Assurance Income Protection Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance Health & Wellbeing Incentives Company Sick Pay Scheme Eyecare Vouchers Savings & Discounts Platform Enhanced Maternity / Paternity benefits Educational Assistance Programmes
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Why InterGen

No matter where you are based, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and teamwork are championed.


We welcome applications from all sections of the community, and you will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes and help shape our culture.


We provide a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees. We believe in each person's potential and we'll help you with yours by offering the development resources you need to advance your career.


With the strength of our company and reputation behind you, a culture of high-performance that motivates you and the freedom to drive your career your way, our shared purpose and values will inspire you to make an impact in an organisation whose vision is working towards a world with stable and dependable energy for generations.