Job description
Are you a talented and ambitious accounting professional ready to make a significant impact in the dynamic energy sector? Our client is seeking a Commercial Analyst to join their successful team. As a key player in the energy industry, they offer a unique opportunity to contribute to their continued growth and innovation.
This company are constantly striving for success, and after a recent period of sustained growth, they are looking to continue this trend moving into the near future. With the energy sector proving to be a lucrative industry in the current climate; this company are showing sign of high profitability, with no plans of slowing down any time soon.
Key Responsibilities:
This company are constantly striving for success, and after a recent period of sustained growth, they are looking to continue this trend moving into the near future. With the energy sector proving to be a lucrative industry in the current climate; this company are showing sign of high profitability, with no plans of slowing down any time soon.
Key Responsibilities:
- To pro-actively identify leads and opportunities for growth within your business unit.
- To support the business unit in the generation of tenders for all opportunities.
- Build up a strong knowledge of the customer contracts within your business unit.
- Provision of advice on commercial issues to the general/framework managers.
- Reporting of work in progress, accurate billing, and support with payment collection.
- Utilise standardised methods to support with all pricing and tendering activity – which in turn will allow achieving the budgeted margins.
- Preparation of any sub-contract tender requirements for management review.
- Use the Management Information System (MIS/Internal Software) to track works progress and report on any contract KPI’s.
- Develop the Management Information System (MIS) as an accurate financial reporting tool.
- Assist with risk management and mitigation.
- Maintaining visibility of expenditure to ensure works are completed to budget.
- Production of contract applications for payment by clients.
- Interface with the Senior Management Team and attend management reviews as required.
- Ensure suitable payment terms are negotiated with suppliers/subcontractors.
- Continuously improve the reporting available to management for improved decision making.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or AAT qualified
- Professional accounting qualification, or desire to obtain, (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Proven experience in commercial finance, ideally within the energy or related industry (but not essential).
- Strong financial analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
- Proficiency in financial modelling and advanced Excel skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Detail-oriented mindset with a strong focus on accuracy.
- Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to challenges.
- £30,000 - £40,000 p.a. (DOE)
- Opportunity to work with a top-tier energy company with a global footprint.
- Exposure to cutting-edge projects and innovation in the energy sector.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and development.
- Chance to contribute to a sustainable future and make a meaningful impact.
- Office-based working
- Dog friendly office
- 25 days holiday
- full study support