Assistant Accountant - AR/08/106

Dublin

Airtricity is the renewable energy development division of Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE).  The company has responsibility for the development of onshore and offshore wind farms in the UK, Ireland, Europe and Asia as well as developing hydro and marine projects. 

One of Airtricity’s flagship projects is based off the Suffolk coast in the UK and is the 504MW Greater Gabbard offshore wind farm, which when completed will be the world's largest offshore wind farm.  Airtricity was acquired by SSE in February 2008 and the combined Airtricity / SSE team have developed 40 new wind farms across Europe and North America resulting in over 1500MW, making it a leading wind farm developer.  The company’s goal is to protect the future of our planet by delivering renewable energy with passion, innovation and integrity.

As part of our continued growth, we are currently recruiting an experienced Assistant Accountant.  Reporting to the Group Finance Manager you will be responsible for:-

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Balance sheet control including:
    o Fixed Asset register maintenance
    o Payroll reconciliations
    o Inter-company reconciliation
    o Overheads analysis and control
  • Assist in monthly Group Reporting for Airtricity, tasks to include:
    o Parent company reporting
    o Management team reporting
    o CapEx reporting
    o Assist in preparation and timely delivery of monthly overhead reports
  • Bank Reconciliations
    • Preparation of journals for monthly management accounts
    • Involvement in preparation of monthly reporting package


Personnel Specification

  • 3rd level qualification in a business discipline or equivalent experience
  • IATAI qualified accountant technician or a part qualified accountant
  • A thorough knowledge of all aspects of a general accounts role
  • Excellent PC Skills
  • Must be able to work unsupervised in a demanding role
  • Team Player
  • Good Interpersonal Skills


To apply, please send a CV and covering letter quoting reference AR/08/106 to careers@airtricity.com closing date for applications is Friday 12th September 2008