Lead Analyst - Proj. Financial Reporting

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Scottish Power
Shaping the future of energy in the UK
Oversee project financial reporting, budgeting, analysis, and SAP controls for CMP projects.
9 days ago ago
$103,939 - $129,924
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
United States Of America, Maine, Augusta
Office Full-Time
Company Size
5,750 across the UK Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Operation & Maintenance
Retail
Sector Specialisms
Power Grid
Renewables
Energy Retail
Role
What you would be doing
sap troubleshooting
financial analysis
budget forecasting
compliance audits
data validation
po review
  • Investigate and resolve SAP-related issues affecting project data, reporting, or budget tracking.
  • Support audits and reporting requirements related to project setup, financial transactions, and compliance.
  • Collaborate across multiple stakeholder groups in control, accounting, contracts, and invoicing.
  • Ensure adherence to financial governance standards and investment approval protocols.
  • Conduct regular financial analysis using SAP to support project and business decisions.
  • Maintain accurate records of project approvals, WBS requests, and budget modifications.
  • Research and explain budget variances and financial trends; recommend and implement corrective actions.
  • Provide suitable, financial support to the business functions and understand the nature of their environments and the financial implications of actions.
  • Prepare transactional adjustments in SAP in the production of periodic processes and maintain robust records of these activities.
  • Verify appropriate project approval levels prior to initiating WBS element creation.
  • Troubleshoot access and application issues related to project controls tools.
  • Ensure compliance with Avangrid financial policies and procedures.
  • Liaise with internal support teams to ensure timely resolution of system and access issues.
  • Support data validation and reconciliation efforts within SAP to ensure data integrity.
  • Assist in the development of US GAAP reporting and its reconciliation.
  • Perform PO reviews and audits to ensure alignment with forecast estimates.
  • Manage and support budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project goals.
  • Submit and monitor IT access requests for project team members across relevant systems.
  • Ensure accounting processes are SOX compliant through review of existing controls and new processes.
What you bring
sap
excel
cpa
us gaap
project control
5+ years
  • An additional 5+ years’ experience in industry or public accounting relevant to job requirements
  • Strong experience with SAP
  • Energy experience.
  • Project control experience
  • Experience of intricate planning and consolidation systems
  • 8+ years’ experience in industry or public accounting relevant to job requirements
  • Sound understanding of US GAAP/IFRS, including application.
  • Skilled to work independently with management oversight.
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively with all levels of the corporate hierarchy on written and oral interfaces.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • CPA license and/or graduate business degree.
  • Customer Centric (internal and/or external)
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
ÂŁ9.5 billion
Annual Revenue 2023
Generated through operations in energy networks, renewables, and retail and wholesale energy services.
ÂŁ8.4 billion
Annual Revenue 2022
Reflects the company's performance across various energy-related business units.
13.1%
Year-On-Year Growth
Increase in annual revenue from 2022 to 2023.
  • Operates in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution and specialises in renewable energy, particularly onshore and offshore wind farms, and manages the transmission and distribution networks in South and Central Scotland, as well as parts of North Wales and North West England.
  • Provides electricity and gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the UK, offering services such as smart metering, energy efficiency advice, and home services like boiler care and maintenance.
  • Has three main divisions: Energy Networks, Renewables, and Energy Retail and Wholesale.
Culture + Values
  • *SUSTAINABLE ENERGY:* Emphasises pioneering renewable energy, creating economic, social, and environmental value, with a commitment to safety, environmental respect, and ethical, rational, responsible actions.
  • *INTEGRATING FORCE:* Acts as a dynamic and responsible force for change, fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, encouraging diversity, and growing talent to achieve common goals.
  • *DRIVING FORCE:* Focuses on bringing about efficient change by challenging processes, innovating for continuous improvement, and anticipating customer needs.
Environment + Sustainability
2040 Target
Net Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040.
100% Renewable
Clean Energy Production
All electricity generated from UK windfarms, ensuring a sustainable energy supply.
1,157 Turbines
Wind Energy Network
Operates a network of 1,157 turbines across onshore windfarms, contributing to significant renewable energy generation.
38 Windfarms
Energy Infrastructure
Maintains 38 onshore windfarm sites, supporting the transition to clean energy.
  • ScottishPower is a leader in renewable energy.
  • Enough electricity to power over 1.2 million homes, nearly half the homes in Scotland.
  • Capacity to generate 1,948 MW of electricity.
Inclusion & Diversity
35% Women Target
% of senior management roles
Target for women in senior management roles by 2030.
32% Female Representation
% in senior management
Increase in female representation in senior management from 26% in 2021 to 32% in 2022.
  • Collaborates with several recognised organisations to enhance its commitment to diversity and inclusion, such as the Business Disability Forum, The Armed Forces Covenant, Carers UK, ENABLE Scotland, and POWERful Women. It holds the highest level of accreditation of the Armed Forces Covenant (Gold Status) and received the Inclusive Workplace Award from the Scottish Union of Supported Employment for two consecutive years.
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