We are supporting a leading specialist provider of subsea solutions, offering integrated services to a varied client base throughout the offshore energy industry. Operating a global fleet of diving and construction support vessels, this company can deliver a diverse range of services. Building on values and competencies, their focus is safety, high quality and cost-effectiveness.
The Opportunity
This role offers you the opportunity to truly make your mark. With overall accountability for maintaining and strengthening the Business Unit’s financial control environment, it ensures both local processes and FSSC (Financial Shared Service Centre) activities operate to the highest standards.
The successful candidate will provide leadership and direction to the finance team, fostering strong collaboration and ensuring the FSSC Controller is effectively integrated within day-to-day operations. Acting as the primary escalation point, the role is responsible for resolving complex financial control issues, addressing operational queries, and supporting the business with expert guidance on governance, compliance, and risk management
Responsibilities:
Reporting
- Ensure month end process is controlled, with consolidation of all inputs and production of high-quality outputs
- Continual improvement of monthly reporting cycle
- First point of contact for group finance queries
- Control balance sheet reconciliation process, ensure adequate commentary and monthly analysis of balance sheet
- Local technical accounting expert
- Review of IFRS16 adjustments
- Cash flow forecast reporting
- Review and agree accuracy and quality of packs, presentation and narratives
Forecast and Budget
- Lead the process including timetable, templates and co-ordination of inputs
- Review of balance sheet forecast / budget
- Review of all presentations / packs
Statutory Reporting
- Responsible for the timely delivery of the local audits
- Review and delivery of statutory accounts
Controls
- Continual improvement of all finance processes, working with business as required
- Maintain relationship with FSSC
- Member of extended leadership team
Background and Experience
- Previous Financial Controller and people management experience in a fast-paced Energy Sector environment
- Professional Qualification (ICAS, CIMA, ACCA)
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Proficient in the use of MS Office packages and Accounting Systems such as SAP
- Ability to work using own initiative and to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Ambition and drive to progress
What’s on Offer
- A dynamic environment: A job that allows you to collaborate with a talented team of experts from different backgrounds and contribute to making a significant impact
- Rewarding conditions: Besides a competitive salary, you will receive a holiday entitlement of 34 days, a contributory pension scheme, private medical insurance and death in service benefit. There is also a range of flexible benefits you can take advantage of including the opportunity to buy additional holidays each year
- Career development: We offer lots of opportunities to bring out the best in yourself and progress your career
- 35 Hour Working Week
Next Steps
- If you are interested in this contract role, please apply here with a full CV. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out to Jane Grant at Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment on 07849 087 947 or jane.grant@cooperparry.com