Management Accountant

A bit about Field At Field, we’re accelerating the build out of renewable energy infrastructure to reach net zero. We are starting with battery storage, storing up energy for when it’s needed most to create a more reliable, flexible and greener grid. At Field, we will show that batteries are a totally viable part of our energy infrastructure - now , not in some distant future. We have ambitious plans to become the defining new clean energy player in Europe over the next few years, gradually expanding beyond batteries into new asset types. Overview The Management Accountant will primarily support the Core Finance team with the monthly, quarterly and annual reporting for the group. As part of the reporting responsibilities, you will be responsible for developing and improving financial processes to further automate existing processes. Embedding AI models within finance workflows. Your role will be to provide support across the finance operations by supporting the Head of Finance and Systems with a focus on robust month-end delivery, strong financial controls, and insightful reporting. You will be preparing management accounts, monthly journals, revenue and cost management, and GL reconciliations . This is a wide-ranging role and will require the ability to manage a range of stakeholders to deliver to tight timelines. Key Responsibilities The role This is a broad and varied role with the opportunity to have massive impact. Key responsibilities including: Management Reporting Assist with the month-end close process, ensuring timely posting of all journals Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations including fixed assets, accruals, prepayments, leases & inter-company Prepare VAT returns for multiple entities Review and refine month-end processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and automation in collaboration with Finance Systems and Tech teams Financial Systems & Controls - AI Implementation Support and develop Field’s finance processes and infrastructure as we grow. Embedding AI models into existing finance workflows, and supporting the creation of the financial systems Supporting and improving information flows between teams, managing the quality of their outputs and establishing appropriate controls Assist with internal process mapping and documentation of authorisations and other control procedures Business Partnering Support quarterly, half-year and year-end reporting cycles, including audit requests Accurate preparation of the management accounts of our live assets Monitor and analyse revenue and cost trends, identifying variances and communicate financial insights Aid the commercial operations team in PO management and cost analysis Skills, Knowledge and Expertise A bit about you You’re an open, clear communicator who enjoys working collaboratively - there are no ‘lone wolves’ at Field, we’re all in this together You’re very organised - you’ll be spinning a few plates at once, so you’ll need to have tried and tested methods for keeping on top of a varied workload at your fingertips You’re enthusiastic, curious and knowledgeable about the energy storage industry Essential Skills Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) - 1-2 years + post qualified experience Experience in preparation of management accounts and manipulation of financial data Strong Excel skills, experience using of AI models with a desire to further learning and use Experience with multinational groups Highly organised, able to plan ahead to deliver accurate information to tight reporting deadlines Excellent communication skills, with proven ability to work well with different teams and manage a range of different stakeholders Self-motivated and aspirational, comfortable working in a fast-paced changing environment Benefits Package Details We’re offering a competitive compensation package, including participation in our growth share scheme which rewards all employees for the growth of the business. Other benefits include: Up to 10% Company wide bonus based on company performance Hybrid working (blend of home and office working to suit individual needs) £2,000 per year to spend on your professional development Private medical cover with Bupa from day one with the option to add family members. Company Pension with 8% Contribution Enhanced parental leave, for all new parents: 6 months fully paid primary carer leave 3 months fully paid secondary carer leave 10 days fully paid leave for fertility treatment Fun co-working office space in Shoreditch, London 1 month work from anywhere, for those with a travel bug 1 day green leave to do something good for the environment Free lunch once a week - a great way to get to know people in the wider team Dog-friendly office, feel free to bring your pooch along Spill: our mental health benefit allowing every Fielder access to equal and unrestricted therapy and resources Regular, optional team socials designed to be inclusive for everyone (not just the pub goers!) Birthday carbon offset: a gift from Field to the world to celebrate your birthday Why join us? Genuine impact : You will actually be building and operating the renewable infrastructure we need to reach net zero. This is not a green CSR initiative, but a company that is taking a leading role in building one of the critical solutions to a generational problem. Make things happen : We are still a relatively early stage company, and you will have significant accountability to make things happen from day one. You will have a lot of autonomy, will learn quickly, and be given a LOT of room to grow. Define a new industry : The energy market is in a paradigm shift right now, evolving at a breathtaking pace, and you will play a leading role in defining how that market evolves and innovates over the next few years. Exceptional team : We are an eclectic team with varied backgrounds. We have experience scaling billion dollar tech start-ups and building energy companies, as well as deep specialisms in the energy markets. You will learn from and work with a bunch of fun, curious, and entrepreneurial people who really want to make an impact. Our Values Move fast - We’re finishers. Doers. Pragmatists. We take responsibility. We see things through and we always deliver on our promises. We roll up our sleeves and get things done. FAST. Know your stuff - We’re curious and pride ourselves on always learning, adapting and improving. There are no stupid questions here. We’re self-starters. We’re all learning and growing, always. And we take accountability for our own growth Do it right - We do things the right way and never cut corners. We always put safety above profit. We carefully manage the impact of our work on local communities and the broader environment. We are intentional and act with integrity at all times. Work for the team - We are friendly and approachable. We make time for one another, we lean on each other. We learn from one another, and we value diversity of thought and experience so we learn faster and get better Equality, Diversity & inclusion Diverse teams make better teams. Field is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which is as representative as possible of our society. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender expression, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy/maternity status, race, nationality, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.