Head of Accounting

Head of Accounting

• Location: London
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
• Salary: £75,000-£85,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Our client a multinational energy organisation is seeking a Head of Accounting to join their finance team, following an encouraging period of growth. 

This role will play a key role in managing the finance team and function for the group, ensuring accurate financial reporting and implementation of financial processes. This position is ideal for an experienced leader with a strong track record of leading finance teams and knowledge of accounting principles who can to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This role does require an individual who is happy to work from the office. 

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage and lead finance team with the ultimate aim to deliver a best-in-class service to the wider business.
• Responsible for all finance and accounting duties for the business unit and engagement with relevant business stakeholders.
• Manage and support finance function during the month-end closing process, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare statutory financial statements in line with IFRS.
• Oversee and manage annual audits and liaise with external auditors and relevant authorities
• Review management accounts and manage cash flow across all entities, ensuring relevant funds are allocated.
• Handle group intercompany transactions, identifying any issues to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts, including the annual budgeting process.
• Drive continuous improvement and review financial processes and procedures to ensure they are fit for purpose. 
• Collaborative with other departments outside of finance to align financial and organisational goals.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Strong leadership skills and a proven record of managing a team and cultivating a positive and collaborative working environment
• 3 years’ experience within a managerial role in finance
• Strong all round financial and management accounting skills
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards (IFRS) and experience preparing statutory accounts
• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data and trends
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships and collaborative effectively with wider business teams
• Strong system skills ideally experience working with SAP. 

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and develop a skilled finance team.
• Engage in strategic financial management and decision-making.