Statkraft is a leading company in hydropower internationally and Europe’s largest generator of renewable energy. The Group produces hydropower, wind power, solar power, gas-fired power and supplies district heating. Statkraft is a global company in energy market operations. Statkraft has 4500 employees in 17 countries. Our aim is to become a leading developer of onshore wind and solar projects, taking on a significantly larger number of projects than before.

The business area European Wind and Solar (E) is responsible for development and ownership of wind and solar assets in Europe. The business area is also responsible for the project execution of large projects in Statkraft, the group procurement function and development of new business opportunities.

We are currently looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to strengthen the business area’s Finance Team. The team is responsible for the full suite of finance services across our renewable energy projects of onshore wind, solar and battery storage in Ireland. You will report to the Unit Reporting Manager.

Your role:

As an Accounts Assistant, your main responsibilities will be:

• Postings of sales and purchase invoices in SAP in accordance with the Statkraft “Procure to Pay” policy.
• Reconciling Purchase orders to invoices and flagging any variations.
• Coordinating with Head office in Oslo, and other stakeholders, customers and suppliers.
• Allocation of bank payments and receipts.
• Control reconciliations for all key Balance sheet items.
• Preparation and filing of VAT, RCT and various other tax returns
• Dealing with revenue related queries through ROS
• Assisting with statutory external Audits and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Assisting with month end reporting and analysis as required.
• Additional or alternative tasks as required from time to time by the finance team.
• Assistance with ad hoc reporting to third party clients.

Your Profile:

• A minimum of three years bookkeeping practice experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting package SAP is essential.
• Experience in dealing with multiple companies involving a high volume of information and detail on a continuous basis is desired- and reflects the nature of the role. 
• Ability to adapt to other new software and systems such as Sharepoint, Online Banking platforms, ROS & Internal control systems.
• General Tax experience in the areas of CT, VAT, RCT, Employment taxes.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office (MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, together with the ability to work on your own initiative and to meet strict reporting deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

We offer:

• A professional and personal development in an exciting company
• A positive working environment characterized by competence, responsibility and innovation
• A diverse workplace about gender, age and cultural background
• Competitive terms of employment and excellent benefit schemes

Statkraft is delighted to be working on an exclusive partnership with Barden for the role of Accounts Assistant. For any direct enquiries related to the role please contact Cliodhna O'Brien cliodhna.obrien@barden.ie .