Cammach are currently recruiting a UK Statutory Reporting Accountant on behalf of our client, based in Aberdeen. This is a 12-month contract offering a hybrid working arrangement.

ROLE

As the UK Statutory Reporting Accountant, you will be part of a busy Finance Team, working closely with external auditors and playing a key role in the delivery of an effective and efficient external audit. You will be responsible for the preparation and review of the statutory accounts and delivery of all aspects of financial accounting for a number of large UK entities, with presence in numerous countries. You must have excellent understanding and knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102), outstanding attention to detail and have a propensity to achieve uniform standards of presentation and communication. You must demonstrate ability to work autonomously and meet critical deadlines whilst managing a busy workload and ensuring excellent relationships with key stakeholders across the group.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee the audit function for the consolidation of of the company together with a number of other UK companies, which includes:
- Preparation and approval of audit packs prior to audit
- Preparation of statutory accounts and necessary disclosures in line with requirements of FRS 102
- Identification and calculation of statutory adjustments on conversion from US to UK GAAP
- Communicating with ledger controllers on audit requirements and provision of guidance on technical accounting issues
- Ensure that the key issues are identified in a timely manner and adequate time is allowed for the escalation and resolution of issues
- Communicating with external auditors
Assist in drafting key management papers for the audit and ad-hoc technical accounting projects, such as analysis of complex or judgemental transactions and adoption of new standards
Maintain an awareness of developments in the field of Statutory Accounting & Reporting to ensure compliance and quality
Complete business survey questionnaires issued by Office of National Statistics
Constantly review systems and procedures for statutory reporting ensuring the highest standards of work are maintained
Potential to work on other European Statutory audits were appropriate
Assist with Ad-hoc Transfer Pricing Activities and other analysis
Prepare any ad-hoc reporting as required by the Europe Finance Management

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications:

Essential:

Qualified Accountant (ICAS/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent

Experience:

Essential:

Experience of audit
Experience within a statutory reporting role
Technical ability to prepare, review and ensure accuracy and completeness of all work delivered by the Department and Company
Experience of interpreting and applying accounting and regulatory guidance
Strong track record in improving financial reporting processes, including effective use of technology

Desirable:

Previous experience of accounting and financial reporting within an oil & gas service company

Skills, training or special knowledge:

Essential:

Profound knowledge of UK and US GAAP
Excellent analytical and numerical skills
Advanced ability in Excel and Word
Ability to take ownership of and accountability over workload management and meeting deadlines
Enthusiastic with a willingness to resolve issues and ensure technical accuracy
Excellent communication skills with ability to engage with colleagues and auditors at all levels

Desirable:

Knowledge of Sarbanes Oxley Act
Good technical knowledge of IFRS
Caseware or statutory accounts production software experience
Working knowledge of Enterprise Performance Management and its functionality

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