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Assistant Accountant
Assistant Accountant 12 month FTC Selby/hybrid – 1-2 days per week in the office
CLOSING DATE – 1 July Who we are: We’re not just talking about making a difference, we’re making it happen. We generate dispatchable, renewable power and create stable energy in an uncertain world. Building on our proud heritage, we have ambition to become the global leader in sustainable biomass and carbon removals. You’ll be joining our teams of practical doers, future thinkers and business champions. We’re enabling a zero carbon, lower cost energy future for all, and working hard to decarbonise the planet for generations to come.
About the role: As part of the Finance Systems Team, the Assistant Accountant will;
- Support the Drax financial control framework, ensuring compliance with Group accounting policies, estimates and judgements.
- Assist with the month-end close process, including preparation and posting of manual journals.
- Prepare and reconcile key monthly balance sheet accounts, resolving any variances.
- Provide support on accounting and tax queries within the Business Unit.
- Manage transactional accounting, including processing bank statements across multiple entities and currencies.
- Accurately record treasury-related transactions within finance ledgers.
- Handle high-value postings with strong attention to detail and adherence to controls.
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Who we’re looking for: To be successful in this role you’ll ideally have…
- A part-qualification - ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or qualified by experience).
- Strong attention to detail with a solid understanding of financial controls.
- Experience using financial systems.
- Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel.
- Able to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated, confident, and flexible in approach.
- Adaptable, able to work independently and lead by example.
Rewards and benefits: As you help us to shape the future, we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive and support your lifestyle. If successful in this role you’ll get:
- A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
- Private Healthcare
- SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
- Personal accident cover
- Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%
- Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
- Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body
We’re committed to making a tangible impact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individual purpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team that shares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shape your career and a future for generations to come.
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At Drax, we’re committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of their role. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent the communities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes. Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax to contribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find out more about our approach here.
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How to apply: Think this role’s for you? Click the ‘apply now’ button to begin your Drax journey. If you want to find out more about Drax, check out our LinkedIn page to see our latest news. We understand that you may have some additional questions about the role. If you’d like to have a confidential chat to discuss the role in more detail, please email careers@drax.com
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