Lead Group Finance Technical Accountant Job in London

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Lead Group Finance Technical Accountant Job in London

Job Description
Our client, a large oil and gas operator, requires a Lead Group Finance Technical Accountant. This is a contract role based in London.

Role Responsibilities

In this role you will;

Coordinate and preparation of technical accounting papers on emerging IFRS disclosure topics and new business activities
Provide financial reporting technical advice to the business units on new areas of accounting (including joint ventures and associates) and corporate structuring initiatives 
Provide recommendations to management to inform accounting best practice and prepare technical accounting summaries of key accounting areas for review to inform the Audit and Risk Committee and external audit
Involvement with advising on IFRS annual report and accounts (ARA) notes for the year end consolidation working with related head office functions as required (HR, Legal, Supply chain, Environmental social governance)
Support the preparation of the quarterly consolidated group financial accounts for senior stakeholder review, with a focus on accuracy of key performance indicators, P&L, cash-flow and balance sheet reviews
Act as support for Head office Accountants when required, for the group legal entities monthly accounts submissions utilising SAP and BBC (SAP-BBC)
Assist in Global finance initiatives such as financial controls improvements and build a good working relationship with the local country finance teams
Undertake ad-hoc project related work to meet business demands 

Candidate Criteria

We are looking for an all-rounder with a flexible mindset. You will be a qualified Accountant with strong technical financial accounting experience and of financial consolidations, preferably within the oil and gas or energy sector with in depth knowledge of the timely delivery of high quality reporting to Executive Management, ideally within a large multinational organisation. The group is acquisitive and so experience in corporate structuring initiatives is desirable.

You will be proactive, delivery focussed, with the ability to operate in a high-paced environment as well as being adaptable and flexible to working in an evolving organisation. You will have a good team ethos and a willingness to improve current financial practices is required.

Ideal Experience

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with strong academics
Proven track record of IFRS statutory accounts and associated technical accounting matters
Strong operational understanding of Excel, SAP and SAP products (such as BPC)
Experience in the oil and gas industry or a related industry is preferred and would be an advantage 

Personal Characteristics

Outstanding organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high pressure environment
Must be a flexible and adaptable team player to meet the demands of the business and build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Good communication, networking, facilitation & presentation skills
Flexible and able to work under tight deadlines
Takes ownership and accountability, makes well-timed and informed decisions
Takes a 'Company First' approach and is ambitious to succeed

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining, Automotive and Chemicals sectors worldwide.With more than 100 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients

Job Type: Contract, Full Time
Location: London
Category: Accounting/Financial/Insurance
City: London
County: London
Country: United Kingdom
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