There are many challenges ahead for the energy industry as we become even more reliant on electricity, seek more flexible solutions and move towards a low carbon economy. We are committed to deliver these critical changes at a cost our customers can afford, finding better and smarter ways of working to reduce the impact on customer bills.

We currently have opportunities within our finance team for graduate trainee roles, providing exposure to different areas of the finance function and providing study support for a professional finance qualification (CIMA) . As well as working with and learning from a great team, you'll also benefit from a range of training and development opportunities.

The finance function leads and advises on the overall strategic and operational management of Electricity North West, providing a range of services to the business covering; performance analysis, critical insight and decision support. We aim to deliver exceptional service to our customers and stakeholders at an efficient cost.

The roles will appeal to recent graduates who wish to develop a career in finance and who have an interest in the fast changing electricity industry. Depending on your background and interests and business needs, you will gain rounded experience in 2-3 of the following areas over a 3 year training programme, while studying for a professional accountancy qualification.

Management Accounting & Transactional Processing

Supporting the production of the Management accounts for internal and shareholder reporting. In this area you will obtain an understanding of double entry posting and reconciliation of balances. A placement may include supporting the processing of supplier and customer billing, credit control and reconciliation activities.

Financial Planning & Analysis

The annual business plan provides strategic direction for the company and Financial projections. It involves working with stakeholders throughout the business and culminates in shareholder/board review. The role will involve preparation of Financial Statements, analysis of costs/revenues & cashflow, and development of the Corporate Performance Management system & reports used.

Corporate Finance

Working within the Corporate finance function to support treasury, tax and regulatory finance activities, developing analytical skills and technical knowledge. The role will include supporting the preparation of presentations to third parties and completion of Ofgem returns.

Business Partnering

Working closely with stakeholders from across the business, you will provide financial analysis and decision support to ensure a strong financial control environment and support improvements in business performance.

Risk, Control and Assurance

This function ensures robust risk leadership and management across the organisation, whilst providing ongoing assurance to the Audit Committee and other key stakeholders on the effectiveness of the internal controls and risk management environment. You will support internal assurance activities and risk management activities.

LOCATION: We are based across the North West and flexibility to travel across our key sites is essential. Primary locations are: Warrington, Salford, Manchester and Preston, with occasional travel to other sites in the North West.

You should apply if you:

• Hold a degree level qualification of 2:1 or above in any discipline
• Have strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to logically process and interpret data;
• Are committed to driving forward your own career development;
• Have the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation and influence accordingly;
• Are results focused with the ability to set priorities and deliver in a timely manner;
• Are a strong team player, but can demonstrate the ability to think and act independently;
• Are proficient in IT and the use of computer applications, in particular MS Office;
• Have excellent written and verbal and communication skills, with a strong customer focus;
• Are a self starter who proactively drives for excellence in all you do, looking for continuous improvement;
• Have a full UK driving license

You will also need to evidence the following behavioural competencies: 

• Customer understanding
• Tenacity
• Results focused
• Interpersonal awareness
• Concern for impact
• Forward thinking
• Independence

The roles are development roles and the successful candidates, will be given both on-the-job and off-the-job training in the associated support technologies and management skills.   

As part of the Recruitment & Selection process Electricity North West carries out pre-employment screening to aid in the assessment and overall suitability of an individual to perform a role. If offered a conditional offer of employment you will be required to provide us with additional information to allow us to perform checks in line with our policy.

Appointments to these roles will be on standard Electricity North West Limited terms and conditions of employment.