Operates UK’s Contracts for Difference and Capacity Market to support low‑carbon electricity investment.
Working closely with Reporting & Planning Manager (RPM) and Assistant Management Accountant (AMA), the Management Accountant will ensure accuracy and integrity of actuals reporting, and use their improvement mindset to identify and implement process improvements.
Own the Finance review of the monthly sign-off process, in collaboration with the People Team and the Reporting & Planning Manager (RPM)
Prepare the monthly summaries in Power BI for Operational Costs, Capital Costs and Specific views per scheme, for presentation to the CFO
The Management Accountant role here at LCCC plays an integral role in the wider FP&A subsection of the Finance & Procurement Team by taking ownership of accurate reporting to both external and internal stakeholders, while also collaborating with the FP&A team and wider business to improve the FP&A reporting suite to the business.
Further iterate and improve the process where the needs are identified
Ensure non-Levy requests are prepared accurately, submitted and settled by DESNZ
Work in collaboration with the wider Finance and Procurement team on the Excel accounts model, and the associated Trial Balance submissions to DESNZ.
Manage the Payroll journal postings, and support the Assistant Management Accountant (AMA) to finalise Management Accounts postings
Monthly CFO Presentation
Produce work on a timely basis while maintaining quality
Maintain existing Power BI Dashboards, while using curiosity to further innovate and iterate existing dashboards, and create new dashboards where the opportunity arises
Work with the wider FP&A Team to monitor variances, analyse drivers and causes, and assist with supporting commentary, to allow optimum use of company funds
Provide flexible support to the wider Finance and Procurement teams on any ad-hoc requirements or urgent projects.
Assist on the year-end process and Audit Queries
Ensure completion and accuracy of Balance Sheet Recs, and submission of the Trial Balance to DESNZ (Government Department)
Where required, provide peer support and coaching to less experienced team members
Provide additional tailored support to answer Departmental queries where required
Work with the AMA to prepare and send External Reporting Packs to DESNZ, Internal packs to departments, and reporting of KPIs to Performance team
Good written and verbal communication skills
Commercial experience working in a finance role, including preparation of management reporting & variance analysis
Advanced Technical Skills
Technical Skills
Advanced skills with Microsoft Excel
Previous experience of using SAGE X3 (ERP System
Experience of using business intelligence tools and developing data visualisations
WFH policy: Employees are required to attend the office 2 days/week
Skilled with Microsoft Excel and user experience of an ERP system/software
Ability to establish relationships with a range of people across the business to support delivery of business outcomes
Demonstrated use of Power BI to improve existing visualisations, and create new visualisations where the need arises
Variance Analysis
Adaptability & Growth Mindset
Ability to identify, improve and streamline processes where required
Proactive, ‘can do’ attitude, a growth mindset, and an ability to take full ownership of you work
A fully qualified or finalist accountant with a recognised accounting body i.e., CIMA, ACCA; CIPFA; ICAEW; ICAI or ICAS or an equivalent qualification
At LCCC, we are powered by curiosity, driven to learn from different perspectives and experiences as we work towards a flexible energy future. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves and feel empowered to own every outcome.
Salary: circa £50,000 depending on experience
Flexible working: Variety of flexible work patterns subject to line manager discretion e.g. Compressed 9-day fortnight.