Financial Accountant
Full job description
Financial Accountant – Clarke Energy (Knowsley HQ)
Are you a qualified Financial Accountant with a sharp eye for detail and a drive to improve financial processes?
Clarke Energy is looking for a proactive finance professional to join our team at our Knowsley headquarters. You’ll play a pivotal role in managing financial controls, cashflow, and regulatory compliance – helping us power the future of sustainable energy.
Why Join Us?
Competitive salary package
Hybrid working
25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Option to buy/sell up to 5 extra days of annual leave
7% company pension contribution
Company laptop and phone provided
Opportunities to grow in a globally recognised energy business
What You’ll Do
As a Financial Accountant, you’ll lead transactional finance operations and support strategic reporting. Your day-to-day will include:
Managing payment processes and forecasting cashflow
Reviewing team outputs to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Guiding and developing team members in daily operations
Enhancing financial controls and identifying process improvements
Preparing VAT returns and ensuring HMRC compliance
Owning key finance projects and reporting packs
Producing monthly reports and supporting audits
Reviewing balance sheets, fixed assets, and expense records
Supporting treasury functions, FX deals, and intercompany funding
Collaborating across departments to drive efficiency
What We’re Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience:
ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified
Strong grasp of accounting principles and financial reporting
Experience in a fast-paced corporate finance environment
Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (Navision 4PS a plus)
Your Strengths
You’ll thrive in this role if you are:
Organised and able to juggle multiple deadlines
A confident communicator across all levels of the business
A collaborative team player with leadership potential
Detail-oriented and committed to continuous improvement
Commercially aware and solutions-focused
About Clarke Energy
Clarke Energy is a multi-award-winning global leader in sustainable energy solutions. As the largest authorised distributor and service provider for INNIO’s hydrogen-ready gas engines, we operate in 29 territories worldwide. We design, install, and maintain reliable energy systems that support the global transition to net zero.
Our team is built on trust, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. When you join Clarke Energy, you become part of a company that values your expertise and invests in your growth.
Ready to Power the Future?
If you’re a finance professional ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now via LinkedIn, through our website, or reach out directly to Ben.Dixon@Clarke-Energy.com.
Let’s shape the future of energy – together.
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