Interim Senior Group Accountant
Perth or Glasgow Hybrid
Day rate: £350-£400 per day
18 months
Join this fantastic large energy business in their Group Reporting team as an Interim Senior Group Accountant. Navigate the interesting complexities of the energy market, drive sustainability & lead the change towards a greener future. Join this business and be at the forefront of the energy revolution, where your skills will not only be valued but will also contribute to a brighter, cleaner world for all
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and review of the disclosure and supporting information for key notes within the consolidated financial statements of the group in accordance with the ARA, Preliminary Results, and Interim Results timetables.
* Review of subsidiary financial statements and manage the audit for certain corporate and holding entities.
* Become a super-user for the Group’s accounts production software and provide support to divisional business users preparing their subsidiary financial statements.
* Support the Statutory Reporting Manager and Technical Reporting Manager on financial reporting projects, such as the adoption of new accounting standards and group investment and divestment activities and replacement of the consolidation reporting tool.
* Assist in implementation of ’UK SOX’ requirements for financial statements process.
* Ensure compliance with all applicable standards, legislation, and code.
* You will work primarily on specific accounting areas for the group financial statements, including note preparation for the accounts, and work to enhance documentation and controls.
* You will report to the Statutory Reporting Manager and will involve working closely with the Director of Group Reporting and other senior Finance contacts.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
* ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Accountant with 5+ years Post Qualified Experience in a Financial Reporting or External Audit role, ideally with plc or relevant industry experience
* Fully up to date knowledge of accounting standards and corporate governance requirements
* Knowledge of statutory reporting and consolidation systems, processes, and workflow
* Continuous improvement approach focusing on process efficiency.
* Able to manage numerous complex tasks simultaneously.
* Ability to work independently on complex issues.
* Personal resilience and drive are essential.
* Experience of listed plc reporting and corporate governance requirements would be advantageous.
* You will need an understanding of markets and operations, IFRS and other relevant.