Zero Trace Procurement

3 job(s) at Zero Trace Procurement

Zero Trace Procurement City, London
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
ZTP is rapidly growing and successful energy consultancy and software company, working with nationwide corporate and I&C clients. Our services are centred around our industry leading energy management and purchasing software solutions Trace and Kiveev, which are designed and built-in house. Our consultancy offering includes energy procurement, energy management, and financial services, while our software services provide SaaS solutions to major energy users and competing consultancies. With ambitious growth plans, we are always looking for talented professionals from the energy industry to join our expanding team. As a Billing Team Leader, you will manage a team of invoice validators, ensuring accurate, timely billing and reporting for our clients. You will play a crucial role in identifying supplier errors and cost-saving opportunities supporting operational excellence and maintaining the highest standards of client service. This role involves coaching and developing your team, building strong relationships with client and internal team, and driving invocation in systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Leadership: Lead the Billing team, fostering a high-performance culture aligned with ZTP s goals. Coach and develop team members to improve accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail. Support development and maintenance of training materials. Manage resource allocations, workload distribution, and project assignments. Serve as an escalation point for complex queries or when the Billing Team Manager is unavailable. Ensure the meets all KPIs and SLAs. Conduct regular team meetings to communicate updates and share best practices. Support a collaborative team culture across the Billing function. Invoice Validation: Oversee obtaining bills from supplier portals, emails, phone calls, and other sources. Project manage the team to move meters onto EDI. Validate EDI and paper bills across all utilities (gas, electricity, water, heat, MOP, other commodities). Ensure PDF copies of bills are uploaded as required. Identify and resolve invoice discrepancies with suppliers. Update internal systems with accurate billing data. Investigate and respond to internal teams, clients, suppliers and third party queries. Review and update tasks to maintain SLA compliance. Reporting: Issue payment files on agreed days. Update and issue client reports according to SLAs. Report missing bills and disputes to suppliers, internal teams, and clients. Support regular KPI/SLA reporting internally and externally. Quality Assurance: Implement quality assurance measures to maintain high service standards. Conduct quality check and periodic audits, implementing corrective actions as needed. Continuous Improvement: Drive innovation in processes and software usage. Identify inefficiencies and suggest process/system improvements. Optimise team operations to maximise productivity and minimise costs. Stay updated on industry developments to align ZTP systems with client requirements. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with energy suppliers. Attend client meetings as required. Collaborate with account management teams to ensure client satisfaction and retention. Work with internal services teams (debt, accruals, and recharging) to support delivery of ZTP services. Experience / Knowledge Please note: Only candidates with prior experience in the energy industry will be considered. Minimum of 3 years of experience in the energy industry with a consultancy / brokerage specialising in bill validation Minimum of 1 year of team leadership experience Strong understanding of the energy industry Excellent knowledge of the bill validation process and all element of a utility bill Proficient in Microsoft packages (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, OneNote) Intermediate Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, concatenate) Advanced Excel skills and Power BI experience is desirable Key Skills / Competencies Leadership and people management Analytical, critical, and strategic thinking Problem solving and proactive mindset Strong negotiation and contract management skills Excellent communication and presentation skills, able to explain complex concepts clearly High accuracy and attention to detail Ability to build and manage interpersonal relationships at all levels Emotional intelligence Works well under pressure in fast-paced environment Excellent organisational skills and time management Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively Company Benefits Competitive compensation package Remote/Hybrid working and flexible working options 25 days annual leave Career development pathways and promotion opportunities Pension Family Friendly Policies Vision and Flu reimbursement We Work office membership Company and team meetups Wellbeing initiatives, recognition schemes, and paid volunteering days Learning and Development opportunities Travel expenses reimbursement ZTP continues to grow at pace, making this an excellent opportunity to join us at an exciting stage of our development. If you have experience in the energy industry and are ready for a fresh challenge, we d love to hear from you apply today!
Zero Trace Procurement City, London
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
ZTP is rapidly growing and successful energy consultancy and software company, working with nationwide corporate and I&C clients. Our services are centred around our industry leading energy management and purchasing software solutions Trace and Kiveev, which are designed and built-in house. Our consultancy offering includes energy procurement, energy management and financial services, while our software services provide SaaS solutions to major energy users and competing consultancies. With ambitious growth plans, we are always looking for talented professionals from the energy industry to join our expanding team. As a Gainshare Manager, you will lead a team responsible for identifying, validating, and recovering cost savings across our clients energy portfolios. You will oversee the entire process of gainshare (performance-based savings initiatives), from initial audit and analysis to implementation and client reporting, ensuring maximum cost recovery and contractual compliance. Your role will require deep industry knowledge, analytical acumen, and the ability to foster strong client relationships to deliver measurable savings. Key Responsibilities Lead the Gainshare/Recoveries Team of analysts and recovery specialists. Analyse client energy usage, billing, and contract to identify savings and recovery opportunities. Engage with clients to present findings and agree on cost recovery strategies. Review client contracts to maximise gainshare opportunities and ensure compliance. Validate non-commodity billing to identify potential errors or misapplications. Track performance and produce reports on savings and recoveries for clients and stakeholders. Oversee the financial recovers process, reclaiming historical errors or overcharges. Mentor and develop team members to ensure they deliver results. Ensure all activities comply with regulatory, industry and company standards. Liaise with suppliers to resolve disputes, correct errors, and negotiate recoveries. Stay updated on market trends, legislation, and technologies to drive continuous improvement. Optimise ZTP systems and processes, collaborating with directors and developers to enhance efficiency. Experience / Knowledge Please note: Only candidates with prior experience in the energy industry will be considered. Minimum of 3 years of experience in the energy industry with a consultancy or brokerage, ideally in gainshare, recoveries or portfolio management Proven track record in identifying energy savings, cost recovery, and contract management Experience leading teams to achieve performance-based targets Skilled in managing large, complex client portfolios and delivering measurable financial savings Familiarity with UK energy regulations and supplier landscape Key Skills / Competencies Analytical Thinking: Exceptional ability to analyse complex data sets, contracts, and invoices to uncover opportunities for cost savings. Client Management: Strong client-facing skills, able to build trust and communicate complex information in a clear, concise manner. Negotiation: Skilled in negotiating with suppliers and clients to secure financial recoveries and maximize savings. Project Management: Ability to manage multiple client portfolios and savings initiatives simultaneously, delivering results on time and within scope. Technical Energy Knowledge: In-depth understanding of energy billing, tariffs, contracts, and the UK energy market. Experience with both electricity and gas is highly desirable. Company Benefits Competitive compensation package Remote/Hybrid working and flexible working options 25 days annual leave Career development pathways and promotion opportunities Pension Family Friendly Policies Vision and Flu reimbursement We Work office membership Company and team meetups Wellbeing initiatives, recognition schemes, and paid volunteering days Learning and Development opportunities Travel expenses reimbursement ZTP continues to grow at pace, making this an excellent opportunity to join us at an exciting stage of our development. If you have experience in the energy industry and are ready for a fresh challenge, we d love to hear from you apply today!
Zero Trace Procurement City, London
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
ZTP is rapidly growing and successful energy consultancy and software company, working with nationwide corporate and I&C clients. Our services are centred around our industry leading energy management and purchasing software solutions Trace and Kiveev, which are designed and built-in house. Our consultancy offering includes energy procurement, energy management and financial services, while our software services provide SaaS solutions to major energy users and competing consultancies. With ambitious growth plans, we are always looking for talented professionals from the energy industry to join our expanding team. We are seeking an Accruals Manager to join our Client Finance Team. This pivotal role ensures clients receive accurate, timely and insightful financial reporting and cost forecasting. By driving efficiencies, improving reporting process and supporting client s decision making, you will play a crucial role in helping client achieve their objectives and supporting ZTP s growth ambitions. Key Responsibilities Complete ZTP training to build energy procurement and management knowledge Use software platforms effectively for client and internal reporting Produce period cost and accrual reports, resolving discrepancies Work with the Treasury team to ensure client facing and accounting systems are aligned Develop client budgets and forecasts Run accurate and timely system reports to exceed clients expectations Create and present customised reports to clients Maintain and improve processes and procedures Support onboarding of new clients to accruals and budgeting services Enhance customer service and implement improvements Drive continuous improvement across reporting and systems Coordinate with internal teams to meet accrual and budget needs Coach, mentor and manage team performance Experience and Skills Required Please note: Only candidates with prior experience in the energy industry will be considered. Minimum of 3 years of experience in the energy industry with a consultancy or brokerage Experience working with corporate clients Knowledge of accruals generation, cost charging, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting VAT treatment knowledge and experience with intercompany allocations High level of competency with Excel and Microsoft 365 Strong organisational and communications skills Excellent attention to detail Proactive with the ability to manage multiple priorities Analytical and data driven mindset Company Benefits Competitive compensation package Remote/Hybrid working and flexible working options 25 days annual leave Career development pathways and promotion opportunities Pension Family Friendly Policies Vision and Flu reimbursement We Work office membership Company and team meetups Wellbeing initiatives, recognition schemes and paid volunteering days Learning and Development opportunities Travel expenses reimbursement ZTP continues to grow at pace, making this an excellent opportunity to join us at an exciting stage of our development. If you have experience in the energy industry and are ready for a fresh challenge, we d love to hear from you apply today!