At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage accounting for solar projects and ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Company: Join Finlight, a leader in renewable energy solutions across Europe.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private healthcare, 28 days holiday, and enhanced parental leave.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for learning and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the renewable energy sector while developing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in multi-entity accounting and strong Excel skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
What we’re looking for?
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented SPV Accountant to support the Head of Accountant of our growing solar portfolio.
The role will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting, reporting, and financial control of a portfolio of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), including operational assets and construction-stage projects.
What we’re looking for?
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented SPV Accountant to support the Head of Accountant of our growing solar portfolio.
The role will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting, reporting, and financial control of a portfolio of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs), including operational assets and construction-stage projects.
Working closely with Asset Management, Project Delivery, FP&A, Treasury, and external stakeholders, the successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective cash management, strong balance sheet control, and compliance with accounting, tax, and audit requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- Owning the accounting and financial reporting for a portfolio of SPVs, including month-end close, management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analysis.
- Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, including invoice review, billing, payment runs, collections, and supplier and customer queries.
- Preparing and reconciling intercompany transactions, recharges, loan balances, and settlements across multiple group entities.
- Monitoring cash positions, preparing cash flow forecasts and analysis, and supporting treasury activities.
- Supporting the financial management of construction-stage solar projects, including CAPEX accounting, and project cost monitoring.
- Preparing VAT returns, supporting statutory audits and financial statements, and driving continuous improvements to financial controls, processes, and systems.
Essential Requirements
- Experience working in a multi-entity, SPV, or group accounting environment, with strong month-end and financial reporting knowledge.
- Proven experience managing intercompany accounting, reconciliations, recharges, and settlements across multiple entities.
- Experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, payment processing, VAT returns, and cash flow forecasting.
- Strong Excel skills and experience using ERP systems, ideally Net Suite.
- Experience within the renewable energy, solar sector is highly desirable.
What we offer?
- Competitive salary plus discretionary bonus
- Private healthcare for you and your family
- 28 days holiday plus bank holiday per year, increasing with length of service
- Life assurance
- Enhanced parental leave policies
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Investment in learning and development
About Us
Finlight is a pan European platform for financing, installing and operating renewable energy projects.
Its purpose is to accelerate the transition towards a cleaner, more flexible and accesible energy model.
Finlight combines technology, expertise and financial resources to offer tailored solutions for both business and households.
Finlight was formed following the 2026 merger between Finlight and Atrato Onsite Energy, bringing together two major distributed energy companies with significant expertise and client portfolios.
Finlight has offices in London and Madrid, with both teams working closely together to achieve the goals.
SPV Accountant in London employer: Finlight
Finlight offers a dynamic work environment where employees can engage in impactful projects within the renewable energy sector. The company emphasizes professional growth and collaboration across various departments, providing opportunities for employees to develop their skills in accounting and financial management. With a focus on compliance and effective cash management, Finlight supports its staff in achieving excellence in their roles.
