Financial Analyst in Castleford

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic colleague to join our Financial Controller – Regulated Networks team based in Castleford.

At Northern Powergrid, our vision is to be the best energy company in serving our 3.

9 million homes, whilst delivering a sustainable energy solution.

As a dedicated Finance Analyst you will be an integral part of achieving this, while always striving to keep our customers power flowing.

As the Finance Analyst, you will be responsible for the production of monthly reports, journal inputs and preparation of routine and ad-hoc financial analysis which will assist in the ongoing monitoring of connections activity finances.

Along with a competitive salary of between £33,183 - £38,329 we also offer great benefits such as;

• Enrolment into our pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Agile working

Key Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the:

• Calculations of journals, including the processing of sensitive and complex journals, to a high level of accuracy.
• Ongoing monitoring of connections project statuses, including the issuing of queries to connections colleagues.
• Assisting connections colleagues with queries related to Connections Project Accounting and controls.
• Upholding of Data integrity, ensuring we are able to accurately report the financial position.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, Visio, MS Project and Power Point)
• Excellent planning, organisation prioritisation and attention to detail
• Good Time management ensuring the delivery of tasks to deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to cross collaborate, working with senior managers
• Strong team player with the ability to work across multiple functions and disciplines

Qualifications and Attributes

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• A level in Math’s or equivalent
• 5 years’ experience of working in an accounts environment with general ledger and wider accounting experience

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

• Finance qualification or degree
• Working within the Finance department of a large company with sophisticated ERP systems.

Visit northernpowergrid.

com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.

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Posted: 15 May 2024

Closing date for applications: 22 June 2024