Senior Finance Accountant

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About The Position

Great British Energy - Nuclear (GBE-N) is seeking a Senior Finance Accountant to deliver high-quality financial accounting, statutory reporting, and tax compliance. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with UK legislation, supporting financial control, and maintaining robust governance in a public sector environment. GBE-N is dedicated to supporting the development and deployment of new nuclear technologies to advance nuclear new build, ensure energy security, and achieve net-zero carbon emissions.

Requirements

Strong experience in financial accounting and statutory reporting.
Demonstrable experience in UK tax compliance (VAT essential; Corporation Tax desirable).
Proven track record of working with auditors and managing audit processes.
Experience of producing monthly and analysed financial accounts and reports.
Collaborative and proactive approach to working with stakeholders.
Strong sense of accountability and ownership.
Commitment to high standards of governance and ethical practice.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACA, ACCA, CIPFA) or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a regulated or public sector environment is advantageous.
Experience with partial exemption VAT regimes or public sector VAT schemes (e.g., S33).
Exposure to major projects or system implementations.
Experience developing financial policies and guidance.
Additional tax qualification (e.g., CTA) or significant tax experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation of statutory accounts (both single entity and consolidated accounts) in accordance with IFRS.
Ensure accurate and timely month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, reconciliations, and supporting schedules, reviewing work completed by Financial Accountant and other finance staff.
Lead on all tax compliance activities, including ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations and managing correspondence with tax authorities.
Provide technical tax advice across the organisation, including VAT treatment of transactions and projects, and tax implications of new initiatives, contracts, or organisational changes.
Strengthen financial processes to reduce risk and improve audit outcomes.
Support the development and implementation of accounting policies, including tax-related policies.
Work collaboratively with finance colleagues, commercial, HR, and Integrated Project Team to ensure appropriate accounting and tax treatment.
Provide clear, practical guidance to non-finance stakeholders on financial and tax matters.
Support system implementation and optimisation (e.g., finance systems, tax reporting tools).
Enhance documentation and audit trails to ensure transparency and efficiency.