Energy Solutions - Careers

ES - Careers

At Energy Solutions we are always looking out for enthusiastic and effective people to deliver results to our expanding business. If you are looking for a career that makes the most of your skills and abilities and you want to be part of a growing company that values competence and innovation then send us your details.

We recruit across a wide range of disciplines including production, engineering, research, design, sales, and administration and we are always keen to hear from people that feel they can bring excellence, ideas and commitment to the company.

Please send your CV with covering letter to:

HR Department
Energy Solutions
52 - 54 Riverside Estate,
Sir Thomas Longley Road,
Medway City Estate,
Rochester,
Kent ME2 4DP

If you are interesting in working for Energy Solutions please email your CV and covering info in confidence to melanie.lay@energy-solutions.co.uk​

Management Accountant

Location: Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent

Salary: £43,000 - £48,000 depending on experience + benefits

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

The Company manufacture & distribute power, monitoring & control products and systems for marine, vehicle, off grid & commercial applications.

The Role:

This position provides financial management information for the businesses and ensures the businesses complies with their statutory financial responsibilities as well as protecting and progressing the companies' growth in UK and International markets.

The ideal candidate will have thorough experience of working in a manufacturing environment and be looking to drive their career forward with a small, innovative businesses.

Job duties:

  • Preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Analysis of financial results for management team, development of key performance indicators. Investigating variances and monitoring results against budget
  • Hands-on Management of balance sheets and supporting reconciliations
  • Preparation of cashflow forecasts and management of cashflow on a day to day basis
  • Manage all aspects of the accounts function, reviewing accounting procedures, making changes to improve efficiency and control
  • Preparation and monitoring of the annual budget in conjunction with the senior management team
  • Liaise with other members of staff to ensure correct management, control and accounting procedures in the MRP software system
  • Utilise the MRP system to develop working capital and profitability analysis e.g. stock turn, stock ageing
  • Oversee preparation of monthly payroll and ensure compliance with all matters relating to payroll including pensions
  • Preparation of VAT returns, Intrastat Returns , P11Ds, liaising with HMRC as required
  • Liaise with external accountants on preparation of the statutory accounts and general tax matters as required
  • Liaise with bank and invoice discounters on general management of the facilities and preparation of forecasts as required. Provision of abbreviated management accounts to bank on a timely basis
  • Preparation of financial information for grant applications and others as required
  • Managing and ensuring the ongoing training of accounts team
  • Attend senior management meetings

 

Key Requirements:

Qualifications

Formal accountancy qualification (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)

On-going skills training as appropriate

Ideally experienced in a manufacturing business environment

Minimum of 5 years senior management experience

 

Skills

Broad computer skills

Strong Excel skills

Experience with SAGE & Xero

Multi-currency experience

 

Experience

Working with senior management across a range of departments

Up to date with latest accounting standards & software

Confident liaising with external agencies

 

Benefits:

28 days per year including Bank Holidays, pro rata. Rising with length of service

Competitive workplace pension

Private Healthcare

 

Apply for this vacancy:
Please send your CV and covering letter to melanie.lay@energy-solutions.co.uk

Automotive Electrical Systems Technical Sales  

Job Title: Automotive Electrical Systems Technical Sales  

Location: From Home and on occasion at Medway City Estate, Rochester, Kent. Work will include UK and International travel.

Salary: £38-40k, (dependant on experience), company car, phone, company pension & healthcare

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent. 28 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing with length of service.

Job Role: A technical salesperson is required to join our busy sales team to provide pre- and after-sales advice, in particular for our Specialist Vehicle division. 

Here at Energy Solutions we design, manufacture and sell energy management and control systems into the marine, off grid, vehicle and industrial markets and are the UK distributor for a number of well-known brands in the power industry.  

The role would consist of offering technical knowledge / advice to clients about the bespoke products and systems the company has to offer and then raising quotes to meet their needs.

 

Typical activities will include:-

  • acquiring new clients not currently purchasing from the business
  • managing existing accounts and increasing existing sales turnover with added value sales including engineering support and additional products.
  • discussing a client’s project so that you fully understand their needs
  • preparing client quotations
  • meeting regular sales targets and co-ordinating sales projects
  •  providing pre-sales technical assistance and product education, and after-sales support services
  •  liaising with other members of the sales team and other technical experts
  •  developing long-term relationships with clients through managing and interpreting their requirements
  • matching a client’s requirements to a product or service best satisfies their needs in terms of quality, price and delivery
  • supporting marketing activities by attending trade shows, conferences and other marketing events
  • making technical presentations and demonstrating how a product meets client needs

 

The successful candidate will have to liaise with staff members from other departments within the company. The company will provide internal and external product training.

The successful candidate will ideally come from the specialist automotive sector and have strong existing relationships with businesses in the sector. They will also have strong organisational skills and be able to prioritise enquiries. An understanding of electrical principles (both AC and DC) is key to being able to offer advice on the products we handle.  

Apply for this vacancy:
Please send your CV and covering letter to melanie.lay@energy-solutions.co.uk

Apprenticeships

If you are interested in an Apprenticeship we have opportunities in our Production department for committed individuals who have attained good A Level results. If you want to start your career with a company committed to training our next generation of engineers and technicians please send your CV and covering letter to melanie.lay@energy-solutions.co.uk