Our ScottishPower

ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We’re proud to say we produce 100% green electricity and are well on our way on our ultimate journey to Net Zero. We need talented, hardworking and flexible people to join us and deliver a better future, quicker.

With a diverse portfolio of businesses, we offer a wide range of careers for people with different skills, expertise and ambitions. And Chartered Accountants don’t just work for accountancy firms. They work here at ScottishPower too! With a Finance Team that is a trusted advisor to our businesses, we provide accounting and financial advice having a direct role in deciding what we do now and where we go next.

What will you be doing?

As an Accountant within our Glasgow City Centre based Finance Team, you’ll have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience, working in six-month rotations across different business areas and types of roles. With over 150 people in our team, you’ll be exposed to a wealth of knowledge, you’ll see new challenges and opportunities and create a network of colleagues. It’s designed to bring out the best in you and to introduce you to how we structure, operate and manage the finances of a major innovative energy business. Former graduates and senior finance leaders run and mentor the scheme and all graduates are encouraged to contribute to improving and developing the programme.

You’ll receive full financial and educational support to help you attain your Chartered Accountant qualification.  We partner with ICAS to provide your profession training allowing you to attain your ’CA’, a globally recognised professional qualification. This includes time off for the course, study leave and exams too. Your three-year programme is tailored to you and your personal development, helping you understand the career path that’s right for you and at the end of your programme we’ll help you find the right role for you.

Who are we looking for?

We need people who are ambitious with a desire to learn, who embrace new ideas and challenge others to think differently. Above all, you must share our passion for excellence and be able to deliver results and impress our customers so that we can all be proud of where we work. If this sounds like you, jump start your career now - with a global business making a real difference to the way we generate and use energy.

What should you do next?

If you have, or expect to achieve, an Honours Degree (or equivalent) at a minimum of 2:2 in Finance / Accounts / Economics / Maths / Business we want to hear from you now!