Financial Accountant

Company Introduction: Venterra is a global wind energy services company, engineering, building and supporting major wind and renewables projects around the world. Our clear purpose: accelerate the global energy transition by becoming the go-to services provider and strategic partner for the rapidly expanding wind industry. Our diverse team of experts is dedicated to making net zero a reality. We offer specialised services across the entire project lifecycle, including: Geoscience consultancy Environmental expertise Design services Project advisory Survey capabilities Construction support & back-deck mission equipment By acquiring and bringing together leading offshore engineering and marine science companies like Gavin & Doherty Geosolutions, CAPE Holland, INSPIRE Environmental, Partrac and Ordtek, we provide the most comprehensive services and expertise in the market. And we’re not done growing yet, which means there are plenty of exciting career opportunities on offer for our team. At Venterra, sustainability, safety, and quality are prioritised in everything we do, reducing project risk, time, and cost for our clients. Why join Venterra? Shape the future of energy: Dive into groundbreaking renewables projects that are literally changing the world. Master the renewables landscape: Gain unique, full-spectrum experience from initial surveys to final construction. Go global, make waves: Our worldwide projects aren’t just pins on a map – they’re tickets to diverse experiences, cultures and challenges, with plenty of international travel opportunities on offer. Accelerate your career: We don’t just talk about growth – we fuel it. Access cutting-edge training, mentorship from industry leaders, and a clear development path with opportunities to sharpen your skills in the renewables space. Be a force for good: Join a team where your values align with your work. We’re committed to cultivating a culture of equality, diversity, and positive impact through our work. By joining us, you’ll play a direct role in growing the renewables sector while building a career in an exciting, global industry. Team Introduction: Venterra’s Geoscience team is made up of market-leading experts from Ordtek, GDG, and Partrac. We offer unparalleled site characterisation, geoscience management, sediment processes, UXO management, and GIS and data services, tailored to meet the comprehensive needs of our clients. Role Description / Purpose of the role: This candidate would join at an exciting time as the business experiences a period of rapid growth. This role would suit someone who enjoys having ownership over their day-to-day responsibilities and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is a great opportunity to utilise your bookkeeping skills, business acumen and your communication skills within the business. This position will report directly to the GDG Finance Director and to the Ordtek Managing Director. Key responsibilities: Maintaining the books and records of the business in a number of key areas Bank - Cash receipts, Cash book - bank reconciliations Accounts payable - invoices and payments Expenses and credit card claim processing Leading and approving sales invoicing Assisting in preparation of VAT and WHT returns Leading and co-ordinating Credit Control Knowledge of General Ledger activity and journal postings Assisting in the preparation of management accounts journals including contract assets and liabilities Balance sheet reconciliations Assisting with monthly forecasting and annual budgeting cycle Supporting the year end reporting and statutory annual audit Involvement in process improvements and Ad hoc finance projects as necessary Assisting with commercial reporting for Backlog & Discounted Pipeline Key Skills/Experience/Competencies: Skilled and experienced bookkeeper, with proven finance experience essential. A relevant accreditation or working towards a professional qualification Knowledge and experience of accounting software packages - XERO, Netsuite, Sage 50, or similar Good working knowledge MS Office & Excel (essential) Well organised – good time management - ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Professional - Positive attitude – responsible - Motivated - Committed - Flexible – Conscientious Knowledge of time cost / project management systems an advantage (not essential) Ideal experience - medium sized engineering/professional service firm Customer focused - likes helping people & adaptable to a dynamic environment Education / Qualifications: Degree qualified Right to Work: Currently, we are only able to consider applicants who are authorized to work in the UK without visa sponsorship. At Venterra: At Venterra, we are committed to inclusion and diversity in everything we do. We take inclusion and diversity seriously. We know that getting this right is critical for us to live our organisation’s values. We are always striving to improve our way of working to be more inclusive and equitable. We are an equal opportunity employer. Our vision is for Venterra to be a place where people of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities feel welcomed and supported to work.