External Reporting Manager

Job Specification: External Reporting ManagerLocation: London (Hybrid - 3/4 days in the office per week)Contract Duration: 3 months (with potential for extension or permanent role)Day Rate: £450 per day Via Umbrella inside IR35

Role OverviewWe are seeking a passionate and experienced External Reporting Manager to join a leading energy company's Technical Accounting and External Reporting team. This role is crucial for producing the company's full-year Annual Report and Accounts (ARA) and 20F. The successful candidate will prepare and review disclosures, support SOX documentation and control evidence, and assist with month-end reporting and the preparation of statutory accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements and disclosures for the ARA and 20F.
• Ensure all disclosures comply with accounting policies and regulatory pronouncements.
• Operate key SOX controls for these disclosures.
• Collaborate with auditors and SOX controls teams on deliverables and issues during the reporting process.
• Utilise the disclosure system Wdesk and the BPC consolidation tool for financial data management.
• Participate in the month-end Group consolidation and ARA, working with subsidiary teams and the Group Financial Planning and Analysis team.
• Support the preparation of subsidiary accounts, ensuring up-to-date disclosures.
• Work on projects such as implementing accounting for disposals in accordance with IFRS 5.
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Strong knowledge in financial reporting or external auditing.
• Proficiency in IFRS accounting and reporting pronouncements.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Familiarity with systems like SAP and Wdesk is beneficial.
• Excellent stakeholder management, influencing, and collaboration skills.
• Self-starter with a solid understanding of core financial processes.
• Strong drive for results and ownership of tasks.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the energy sector, we want to hear from you! Apply today and bring your energy to life with us!

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, unfortunately, your application has not been successful on this occasion. However, we may retain your details for any future suitable vacancies and contact you accordingly.Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you