Finance Analyst Leicester, England
Job description
Finance Analyst – Syston, Leicester (Hybrid Working)
£28,000- £35,000 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Flogas Britain is one of the largest distributors of off-grid energy in the UK and has over 30 years’ experience of providing solutions to both commercial and domestic customers, principally in the form of liquid gas. The business has a longstanding record of organic growth driven by new installations, underpinned by a strong technical engineering expertise and capability, which combined with a number of bolt-on acquisitions over time have resulted in its market share increasing from 10% to over 30%.
The business is at the forefront of the energy transition having developed a prominent track record in converting customers from higher emissions fuels to lower carbon and cleaner solutions for the last decade and is well placed with a significant range of opportunities to develop and diversify into New Energies into the future in line with our 2040 visionto provide 100% renewable solutions to customers.
The recent acquisition of Protech by Flogas Britain further extends the business’ capabilities in this regard to provide innovative and lower carbon solutions into the commercial sector; combining renewable-ready gas combustion with alternative technologies such as heat-pumps, solar power and electric vehicle charging to provide a complete solution to customers and assisting them on their own path to net zero.
Flogas Britain has revenues in excess of £300 million and employs over 1,300 people across its multi-sited operation across Britain with its headquarters in Syston, Leicestershire. The Flogas Britain Group includes Protech and Medical Gas Solutions.
The Role
The Finance Analyst is responsible for the processing of month end tasks and subsequent reporting. This includes key workings covering a variety of P&L and balance sheet accounts, as well as supporting with preparation of the group consolidation. In addition, assisting the Financial Reporting manager with preparation of management accounts and preparation of the VAT return. The individual in this role will also be able to support Commercial Finance and Operational Finance, outside of the key reporting time periods.
Striving for efficiency and value-added procedures, the successful applicant will be responsible for adhering to tight deadlines, especially at month end. The candidate in this role will show a keen willingness to learn new areas of the P&L and Balance Sheet and quickly apply learning to help with process improvements. The role is suited to an individual who is taking their accounting studies and wants to gain experience across the accounting functions.
The Financial Reporting team are responsible for management and statutory reporting in line with the group’s reporting cycle, and the balance sheet reconciliation process - including provision of detailed and accurate records for all areas of the accounts. Commercial Finance are the custodian of our margin performance, and Operational Finance drive overhead and capex efficiency.
· Prepare various journals and workings at month end, and associated balance sheet reconciliations.
· Taking ownership of key areas of the balance sheet, including provisions and accruals.
· Assist with preparation of management accounts and monthly VAT returns.
· Assist with preparation of the group consolidation.
· Assist with margin and cost reviews.
· Ensure the integrity of the general ledger.
· Assisting with the audit process for interim and year end audits for internal and external auditors.
· Prepare information for half year and full year reporting.
· Implement process improvements as appropriate.
· Work with the wider business to help improve information flow which feeds into the month end process.
· Produce accurate and timely financial and non-financial information linked to sustainability reporting.
· Providing cover to the wider team where appropriate to help extend knowledge and professional development.
· Dealing with ADHOC queries from the wider business relevant to all areas of the accounting function.
· Supporting the FD, Head of Group Finance and Finance Management Team with ADHOC work that arises.
About You
· A self-motivated and driven individual
· Team player
· Strong attention to detail and commitment to high quality reporting
· High degree of financial literacy with some commercial awareness
· Strong working knowledge of excel and preferably BI systems such as Qlik
· Ability to manage to tight timescales and prioritise effectively
· An ability to innovate, automate and optimise processes to improve efficiency
· Able to communicate effectively at all levels
· Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple work streams
Flogas Britain is committed to driving diversity and inclusion across its workforce, striving to attract and develop the best talent regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity or any other factor, and building a diverse and supportive culture of respect and fairness for all. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Furthermore, Flogas Britain embraces flexible working, both from a working pattern and a location perspective. As part of a dynamic, fast-moving organisation, this is a demanding role and it is anticipated that an element of physical HQ or site meetings will be required to effectively partner the business (when circumstances allow), however the business offers flexibility in how and when the role is fulfilled and performance is measured through delivery rather than presence.
Candidates with different flexibility needs are encouraged to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
