Wave Utilities
Financial Accountant
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Financial Accountant
Financial Accountant (37 hours per week, Permanent)
Location: Contractual base in Salvus House, Durham with hybrid working opportunities Salary range: £38,372 – £47,961 (pro-rated) plus a discretionary bonus potential of up to 8% of annual salary Job Level: C Reports to: Finance Manager
We’re flexible with work-life balance and support hybrid working, including varying start/finish times where possible. Candidates can discuss these arrangements further during interviews.
About Wave
Wave is a leading national business water retailer, serving over 300,000 customers across the UK. Our mission is to help businesses reduce water use, become more efficient, and lower costs. Our achievements include:
- Water Retailer of the Year (2021, 2023, 2025)
- Social value and sustainability recognition from judges
- A customer-focused utility that delivers value and environmental impact
Our culture is built on: ✔ A happy, healthy, and empowering workplace ✔ Continuous learning and personal growth ✔ A team-first approach with ~300 employees across two UK offices
What’s In It For You?
Wealth & Financial Support
- Excellent pension scheme – Wave doubles your contribution (up to 5% from you, 10% from Wave)
- Up to 8% potential bonus
Perks & Benefits
- Perkbox membership (discounts at retailers like fashion, supermarkets, restaurants, plus cinema, travel & fitness)
- Income protection scheme
- Personal accident insurance
- 4× salary life assurance
- Free onsite parking
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Time Off & Holidays
- 24 days holiday (rising to 26) + bank holidays
- 1 birthday day off
- Half-day on Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve
- Option to buy extra holidays
- 1 day paid volunteering
Wellbeing & Flexibility
- Hybrid/flexible working
- Healthcare cashback & treatment scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Free flu shots
Family-Friendly Support
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
- Enhanced shared parental & adoption leave
- Resources for employees & families
The Role in a Nutshell
The Financial Control team at Wave is responsible for:
- Managing the company’s financial control framework
- Producing monthly & annual financial reports
- Maintaining robust risk mitigation processes
- Handling external audit, tax compliance, and banking relationships
This Financial Accountant role focuses on:
- Daily Treasury management (cash-flow optimisation)
- Cashflow forecasting & bank reporting
- Quarterly bank audits
- Management account & VAT return preparation
- Statutory accounts assist & audit support
Ideal for candidates with experience in: ✔ Cash management & working capital control ✔ Banking/compliance-heavy environments ✔ Management accounts & financial reporting ✔ Treasury & managerial processes
What Will Your Typical Day Look Like?
- Cash position management (liaising with banks)
- Treasury policy compliance & banking agreement monitoring
- Daily/weekly/monthly cashflow forecasting (bank-required & shareholder reports)
- Quarterly bank audit coordination
- Monthly management accounts & VAT returns
- Statutory accounts preparation & audit support
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Requirements
Essential Criteria
- Experience in cashflow management & working capital control (with banking arrangements)
- Hands-on financial reporting expertise
- Knowledge of statutory accounts preparation
- Strong Excel proficiency + analytical problem-solving
- Ability to design & enforce robust accounting controls
- A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
All shortlisting will be based on these criteria.
Wave’s Commitment to Inclusion
We’re a proudly inclusive employer and actively encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Our recruitment process considers any adjustments or specific needs, including for:
- Menopause support
- Neurodiversity
- Other documented requirements
Contact: Recruitment@wave-utilities.co.uk for any support needed.
Applications
Required: ✅ CV ✅ Covering letter (explaining your suitability for the role)
Deadline: 4pm, 16 July 2026 Interviews: Week commencing 3 August 2026
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