Management Accountant

Rovco’s mission is to accelerate the energy transition to renewables with a focus on offshore wind. We’re using artificial intelligence, autonomy, computer vision and marine robotics to create a difference in the world with underwater technology for our clients in offshore renewable energy and the subsea industry.

Founded in 2015 we’ve announced funding of more than £50 million, been voted one of the most innovative and sustainable companies working towards net zero and won awards for Best use of AI and Best technology innovation. 

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Management Accountant

Reporting to our CFO we are hiring a Management Accountant to join our team of eight in central Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual with excellent attention to detail and communication skills. As a Management Accountant, you will oversee the BAU tasks of the Accounting function within the finance team, ensuring month end is delivered on time and to a high level of accuracy. The finance team operates within a fast-paced environment and therefore we are looking for someone who is keen to get stuck into the role, learn & take on responsibility.

We’ll welcome your ideas & input and support your development

Other companies might call this: Senior Financial Accountant, Qualified Accountant, Finance Manager.

Objectives & Responsibilities:

Rovco is an exciting and dynamic environment meaning these are likely to change as we grow. Upon joining your objectives and responsibilities will include:

• Responsibility for delivering month end including posting journals, ensuring accuracy of the ledger and managing deadlines within the Accounting team
• Implementing accounting policies and procedures and ensuring that these are adhered to.
• Overseeing balance sheet reconciliations to ensure a controlled environment.
• Monthly payroll process including journals.
• Monthly VAT returns.
• R&D tax credits.
• Providing support & mentoring to the Financial Accountant and Assistant Accountant.
• Liaising with the FP&A Manager particularly during the month end process.
• Assisting with the annual audit.
• Assisting with due diligence through major share issues and investment rounds

You should apply if you have:

We know it’s tough, but please try to avoid the confidence gap. You don’t have to match all the listed requirements exactly to be considered for this role:

• Fully qualified (ACA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent)
• Excellent excel skills
• A high level of attention to detail
• The ability to self-motivate and work autonomously
• The ability to multitask and prioritise
• Efficient time management and organizational skills
• A proactive and positive attitude
• A keenness to learn & take responsibility
• Good communication skills

Benefits

People join Rovco because they are excited by the possibility of leaving their own mark on the world and developing solutions that solve real world problems. Although we share the same vision, we value varied perspectives, and we adapt to fit different people from all walks of life. Not only does that make for a genuinely awesome team of colleagues, but it also makes day-to-day life more interesting, and it’s how we keep evolving and getting better at what we do.

What’s in it for you? You’ll get to work with a passionate, smart and highly driven team with an incredible range of skills. 

In addition, you’ll get an extensive range of benefits so you can focus on doing your very best work:  

• Flexible working options including compressed hours 
• 33 days annual leave increasing 2 days a year up to 43 days after 6 years (inclusive of bank holidays) 
• Private medical insurance, including Dental & Optical 
• Career and learning development through paid courses, conferences and events
• Curiosity fund – up to £500 to spend on learning which is not role related
• Up to 10% company bonus
• Pension up to 6% company contribution
• Life assurance paid at 4X salary
• Volunteering day, to give back to your local community
• Enhanced maternity and adoption leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Recognition & rewards for doing great work and living our values and behaviours