Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 pa depending on experience
Role type: Hybrid
Location: London, United Kingdom
Reporting to: Senior Management Accountant

About Hometree

Join Hometree Group and be at the forefront of transforming the residential energy landscape. Founded in 2015, Hometree began its journey in the home cover market. Today, We are spearheading the shift towards a future where home energy systems are decentralised, digitised, and reliant on renewable sources such as heat pumps, solar panels, batteries, EV chargers, and smart controls. This innovative approach is not just about sustainability; it's about empowering homeowners to manage their energy more efficiently and cost-effectively, thereby setting new standards in energy consumption.

We operate across three dynamic divisions:

Financial Services: Here, you'll contribute to offering flexible financing options that make it feasible for homeowners to embrace renewable energy technologies and make essential upgrades.

Energy Services: Be part of our extensive network of local installation businesses that equip homeowners with the cutting-edge, sustainable energy solutions necessary for reaching net-zero emissions.

Home Services: Help maintain the comfort and functionality of homes with comprehensive coverage plans that protect the essential hardware in the home.

At Hometree Group, we are committed to guiding UK homeowners on their journey towards more sustainable energy solutions, and we need passionate individuals to support them at every step. Join us during this exciting time, and play a pivotal role in a business that supports sustainable homeownership in alignment with their readiness and needs.

Key Achievements

🏆 £85m+ Capital Raised - We’ve raised over £85m to-date from leading global investors including Legal & General Capital and specialist energy VCs

🏆 5 Acquisitions - We've expanded our operations by acquiring four five key companies across financing (Hometree Finance - formerly Bewarm), home services (Your Repair) and installations energy services (Geowarmth,The Little Green Energy Company and IMS),

🏆 100k Homes Covered - We cover over one hundred thousand homes across the UK

🏆 250+ Employees - We have over 250 passionate employees transforming the industry across the Group, one home at a time

The Role

Join our rapidly expanding Finance team as a Management Accountant, where you'll play a pivotal role in driving our company's financial success! We're looking for a highly skilled professional with a deep knowledge of FRS 102, a passion for numbers, and a sharp analytical mind. If you're eager to make an impact by working closely with cross-functional teams and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this is your chance to take your career to the next level.

Responsibilities:

• Month-End Reporting: Manage month-end reporting across multiple entities by posting journal entries, reconciling balance sheet and P&L accounts, resolving discrepancies, producing flash reports, and preparing monthly management accounts for various business units.
• Financial Analysis: Analyse financial data, providing detailed commentary on variances to offer insights to management, and respond to financial inquiries with ad hoc analysis.
• Collaboration: Build strong relationships with business partners and departments to ensure accurate financial balances, and support annual audits with required documentation and explanations.
• Consolidations: Perform intercompany reconciliations, eliminate intercompany transactions, and consolidate financial statements for subsidiaries.
• Day-to-Day Accounting: Execute daily accounting tasks to support overall financial management.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience: 1-3 years PQE (CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or equivalent) with 3 years of relevant accounting work experience, ideally in a startup or agile business environment.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with financial software systems like Xero and QuickBooks, proficiency in Google Sheets, and intermediate Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, etc.).
• Problem-Solving: A problem solver with exceptional analytical abilities, outstanding attention to detail, and strong prioritisation skills.
• Collaboration: A communicative team player who thrives in a collaborative setting but can also independently drive results.

Our Recruitment Process:

• Initial Call: Start with an introductory call with our Junior Talent Acquisition Specialist to discuss the role and your potential fit. (30 mins)
• Task Stage: Present a task to our Financial Controller and engage in a detailed discussion about your past experiences. (1 hr)
• Values Interview: A Values Based Interview with our Partnerships Manager (40 mins)
• Final Interview: Final Interview with our Head of Finance (30mins)

Perks of the job

We have an ever expanding list of benefits that currently includes:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday
• Hybrid working - Spend 2 days per week with your team in our collaborative London office (it’s dog friendly too!)
• Free boiler & home emergency cover with Hometree plus 40% discount for friends & family
• Discounted gym membership across over 100 UK gyms (independent and chains) and free fitness, wellness and nutrition apps.
• £300 Home office allowance
• Support for your mental health and wellbeing via Oliva
• Menopause support from Stella, including friends & family access
• Cycle to work scheme
• Regular team socials including Summer and Winter parties.

FCA Code of Conduct

At Hometree, we prioritise ethical conduct and regulatory compliance. As a regulated financial services organisation, we operate under the strict guidelines and regulations set forth by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professionalism in all aspects of our business.

As a prospective member of our team, you will be expected to fully embrace and adhere to the FCA Code of Conduct obligations. These obligations are designed to ensure the fair treatment of customers, the preservation of market integrity, and the promotion of healthy competition within the financial services industry.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Hometree, we are committed to creating an inclusive and representative environment. We know that different experiences, perspectives and backgrounds make for a better workplace and a better planet. Together, we celebrate differences and promote a culture where you can bring your full self to work.

We promise to give you the same opportunities as everyone else and we won't discriminate against you at any point in the hiring process or the working day. This includes how we source talent, our interview process, our conditions of employment, feedback and everything in between.