Accounting & Finance Intern

Reports to: UK Financial Controller

Contract Length: Temporary

Location: Leeds

Normal hours of work: 40

Overview

Driven by a high-calibre workforce, Ameresco is a leading clean technology integrator and renewable asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive services include energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions throughout North America and Europe. Our renewable energy assets and customer projects have delivered a cumulative carbon offset equivalent to over 60 million metric tons of carbon dioxide since going public in 2010.

Grounded in our C.A.R.I.N.G. values and guided by our Environmental, Social and Governance practices, we are proud of our engaging workplace with a host of competitive benefits and wellness programs. Our teams work collaboratively to deliver best-in-class solutions with a relentless focus on customer satisfaction. In pursuit of energizing a sustainable world, our people and purpose set Ameresco apart.

Help shape the future of energy by working for an award-winning team, honoured to be recognized by agencies including Best and Brightest Companies to Work for in the Nation and Forbes for our company culture, industry leadership, and client projects. Ameresco is fuelled by a dynamic team that embraces diversity, career development opportunities, and -- most importantly – employees driven by doing well by doing good.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual to join our finance team located in the heart of Leeds. As a Finance Intern, you’ll have the chance to gain hands-on experience in a transactional accounting role. Our team uses a variety of systems, and we’re committed to providing comprehensive training to ensure your success.

Role Scope

The Accounting & Finance Intern is responsible for the accurately processing Account Payable invoices, following the correct procedures. They will also work with various stakeholders such as Project Managers, customers and clients to resolve any queries in a timely manner.

Typically, the Accounting & Finance Intern will:

• Receive and verify invoices and purchase requisitions for goods and services
• Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures.
• Ensure transactions comply with VAT and Construction Industry Scheme regulations
• Allocate invoices to the correct project.
• Respond to vendor queries by phone and email
• Respond to internal stakeholder queries
• Provide administrative support to our Project Accounting Team
• Take part in projects to optimise our financial processes

Minimum Requirements

• Studying in a relevant degree field, such as Accounting and Finance
• Experience of using Microsoft Office Packages particularly Microsoft Excel
• Good attention to detail, with an ability to spot numerical errors
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, confident and have a flexible approach to work. They will be customer focused, passionate about energy efficiency and renewable energy. They should be able to demonstrate good organisational skills including the ability to multi-task, prioritise work under pressure and complete within deadlines.

The successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK by the start of their employment.