Statutory Reporting Accountant

Our Oil & Gas Operator client is currently recruiting for the position of Statutory Reporting Accountant, based onshore in Aberdeen. This is a one year maternity leave cover contract commencing in August 2025, and will be based in the West-end of Aberdeen. Ideally candidates will come from a Financial/Reporting/Audit Accounting background and have previous experience working with an oil & gas business. Being currently based in Aberdeen is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Preparation and Submission of Statutory Accounts: This involves preparing and submitting financial statements in compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, UK GAAP) and regulatory requirements.
• Compliance with Accounting Standards: Ensuring adherence to applicable accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, FRS 102) and regulatory requirements.
• Audit Management: Coordinating and managing the annual audit process, liaising with external auditors, and ensuring timely resolution of audit queries.
• Process Improvement: Identifying and implementing improvements to financial processes and controls to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaboration: Working with various teams, including legal, tax, and finance, and potentially with outsourcing partners.
• Staying Updated: Keeping abreast of changes in financial regulations and accounting standards and assessing their impact on the organization.
• Maintaining Financial Records: Ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records and reconciliations.

Skills and Experience:

• Professional Accounting Qualification: Typically, a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with several years of post-qualification experience.
• Strong Technical Skills: In-depth knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS or UK GAAP), financial reporting, and consolidations.
• Audit Experience: Familiarity with the audit process, including preparing for and managing audits.
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to interpret complex financial data, identify issues, and propose solutions.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills for interacting with various stakeholders, including auditors, colleagues, and management.
• Excel Proficiency: Strong ability to use Excel for financial analysis and reporting.

If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: TR/078635.