Assistant Management Accountant - in office

Assistant Management Accountant - 35,000 to 40,000 p.a.Location:
Central London Industry: Energy Sector (Renewables / Utilities / Energy Services)
Type:
Full-time Permanent 5 Days in Office

Your New Company

A fantastic opportunity to join a fast-growing energy organisation at the forefront of the UK's transition to sustainable and secure energy solutions. Operating across multiple sites and projects, the company is recognised for innovation and its long-term commitment to efficiency and environmental responsibility. Based in modern Central London offices, you'll be part of a dynamic finance team supporting a complex, project-driven environment, ideal for someone looking to grow their career in one of the UK's most impactful sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices, including contractors, engineering partners, and project-related costs
• Manage customer billing cycles and support credit control
• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Bank Reconciliations
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations
• Monitor cash flow across ongoing operations and active projects
• Support treasury and banking queries
• VAT & Compliance
• Assist in preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Ensure compliance with HMRC and industry regulations
• Management Accounts
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Assist with accruals, prepayments, and journal entries
• Contribute to project cost reporting and financial analysis

Requirements

• Experience in the energy sector, utilities, engineering, project-based industries (needed)
• Background in an Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant role with month-end exposure
• AAT studier or part-qualified ACCA / CIMA
• Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with finance systems (SAP, Sage, Xero, Net Suite, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Confident communicator with a proactive, solution-focused mindset

What Is On Offer

• Salary: 35,000 - 40,000 depending on experience
• High-Growth Industry: Be part of a sector central to the UK's sustainable energy future
• Career Development:
  Study support and genuine progression within a scaling finance team
• Supportive Culture:
  Collaborative environment with strong mentorship
• Central London Office:
  Excellent transport links and a modern workspace

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