Rutherford Cross is delighted to be supporting a key client in the renewable energy sector to recruit a Revenue Analyst. As a revenue analyst, the successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the AP / AR manager in managing all aspects of the company’s revenues which are key measures of the group’s operating performance, whilst seeking opportunities for growth and mitigating risks.

The role will be responsible for the analysis, accurate and timely billing of all services, month-end accounting, forecasting of the key metrics and liaising with the internal teams in regard to data integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

Transactional:

• Manage the timeliness and accuracy of site related billing information
• Monthly revenue accounting, invoice generation and issuing of invoices
• Cash posting, including allocation to relevant accounts promptly and accurately
• Chase and collect debt from existing customers
• Manage and resolve customer / internal invoice queries in a timely manner to avoid overdue debts
• Maintain credit control procedures for the receivable customers, ensuring existing collection processes are maintained at all times
• Run monthly aged debtors’ reports, reconcile accounts and issue statements
• Prepare and analyse cash flow forecasts and reports
• Ensure accounts receivable transactions are processed quickly, accurately and within agreed SLA terms

Analysis:

• Accurately forecast future financials on a rolling basis through understanding the relationship between business activities and drivers of revenue
• Prepare and review the revenue analysis and provide insightful commentary
• Improve financial status by analysing results, monitoring variances, and identifying trends, and propose appropriate remedial or re-enforcing actions
• Work with the finance team to ensure all data is submitted on an accurately and timely basis
• Provide day to day financial support as required

Compliance:

• Process accounts and receipts in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with accounts receivable controls, processes, and procedures
• Adhere to third party payment rules and regulated contract policies
• Regulatory reporting
• Assist with statutory audit work, as necessary

Improvement Initiatives:

• Support M&A integration and ensure embedded in business as usual processes
• Support improvement initiatives including the creation and delivery of opportunities to further enhance the value of the SSC and finance systems proposition
• Provide support to wider finance team with any ad hoc financial projects

Candidate’s Skills and Knowledge:

• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable principles
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
• Good at questioning and spotting irregularities
• Fluent in spoken and written English
• Up to date knowledge in current regulatory and compliance changes
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task, prioritise work and work to deadlines with a high level of self- motivation
• Thrives in a fast-paced, challenging environment
• Good communication skills (verbal & written)

This role is offering a chance to join a highly successful and forward thinking business dedicated to making a positive impact in the renewable energy sector. This role is a 12-month fixed term contract with potential to become permanent. The role will be based in Edinburgh however is offering remote / hybrid working, a salary of up to £35,000 and an excellent benefits package. For more information, please get in touch with [email protected] for a confidential discussion.