Job Description

We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for a Commercial Accountant to join our Utilities Finance team. Within this role, you can enjoy hybrid working, a car or car allowance, and the opportunity to work contracts with a turnover of \xc2\xa3100m + per annum with growth into new cities

Location: Hybrid \xe2\x80\x93 Home/Office (Manchester or Gloucester) with occasional travel to site

Contract: Full or part-time hours available if desired, just let us know

Salary: \xc2\xa340,000 - \xc2\xa350,000 per annum dependent upon experience plus a car or car allowance of \xc2\xa35,300 p/a, private medical cover + excellent benefits

Responsibilities

As a key member of the finance team responsible for compliance with accounting standards and accounting policies. You will liaise closely with both the Kier Utilities Finance Team and the wider group.

Your day to day will include:

Work with the contract management team in preparation of monthly management accounts and in the provision of timely management information to support decision-making and drive contract efficiencies

Management of local Finance team and 2 Assistant Commercial Accountants to ensure timely and effective processing of transactions of the financial system.

Support commercial teams by proactive engagement in the management of key contract balances including WIP, payments on account and cost accruals.

Preparation of monthly profit and loss account, balance sheet and cash flow for the contract

Work with contract Commercial and Operational management to drive contract performance improvement.

What are we looking for?

This role of Commercial Accountant is great for you if:

A valid driving licence is essential

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Computerised Accounting Systems

Experience managing a team.

Strong, analytical, creative and proactive thinking.

A strong personal drive and commitment to delivery of results.

We\xe2\x80\x99re all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferable skills are always welcome! So even if you don\xe2\x80\x99t tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. We want to hear from candidates from all backgrounds and experiences, and we especially encourage those from underrepresented communities to get in touch with us.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process, please get in touch at to discuss and arrange these.

We\xe2\x80\x99re proud to be able to offer our fantastic employees a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. Some of our favourites include:

new and enhanced family friendly policies, including eight weeks paternity leave, 26 weeks maternity leave, pregnancy loss leave, surrogacy leave, menopause guidance, and more

Matched pension scheme up to 7.5%

26 days\xe2\x80\x99 annual leave + bank holidays (with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday)

Two employee Share Scheme options (Sharesave and Share Incentive Plan)

Kier\xe2\x80\x99s Green Car Scheme

And so much more! You can read the full details of all of our .

Who is Kier?

As a leading UK infrastructure services, construction and property group, our purpose is to sustainably deliver construction and infrastructure services which are vital to the UK.

Our projects are those that support the local communities we work in, helping them thrive and progress. We take pride in bringing specialist knowledge, sector leading experience and fresh thinking to all that we do.

We are collaborative, trusted and focused, and we will empower you to achieve your career goals, and listen to your thoughts, ideas and challenges.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We\xe2\x80\x99re proud of the steps we\xe2\x80\x99ve taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier\xe2\x80\x99s diversity and inclusion (D&I) initiatives, and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies and initiatives. You can see more about our .

Closing Date: 17 September 2023

Please note, interviews may take place before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close applications early.

Kier Group