Senior Offshore Financial Controller

A Senior Offshore Financial Controller to join our team at H&P, to be based at our offices in Aberdeen.

Job title: Senior Offshore Financial Controller

Contract Type: Permanent, Part-Time (22.5 hours)

One Team. One Journey.

H&P recently acquired KCA Deutag, and integration is ongoing.

For global career opportunities associated with either legacy business, search our vacancies https://www.hpinc.com/about/careers

At H&P, our people are our strength

Since 1920, Helmerich and Payne has been the industry’s most trusted partner in drillingproductivity and reliability. As the world changes, so does our approach. We are changing the landscape of drilling by using cutting-edge rig technologies and drilling solutions to build upon a century ofsuccess, all while continuing to deliver better outcomes for our customers.

We strive to continually lead with our Core Values that enable employees to develop on their H&P Journey. We believe that doing the right thing means creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that empowers our people to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Some companies offer career paths. We offer a Journey of a Lifetime. Let's go far, together..

Opportunity for all

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all and are happy to make any reasonable adjustments you need during the recruitment process.

We value all our people and their contributions and recognise the benefits we gain from the diversity that exists amongst our teams.

What we offer

There are many benefits of working for H&P, from our competitive salaries to our challenging and exciting working environments and beyond.

• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retired benefits
• Family leave
• Vacation leave

Key details about the role and the candidate

• The role serves as a senior finance business partner supporting the Head of Finance, acting as a key link between the Business Unit, country finance teams and senior leadership.
• Provides financial insight, governance oversight and performance analysis across the Offshore Business Unit and associated country operations while supporting the Head of Finance in delivering strategic objectives.
• Maintains responsibility for financial stewardship, statutory compliance, legal entity governance and business performance reporting across the assigned countries and business activities.

You and the role

We're looking for a qualified finance professional (CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong commercial acumen, leadership capability and experience in complex, multinational environments. The ideal candidate will be a trusted business partner who can combine financial insight, governance expertise and strategic thinking to influence decision-making and drive business performance. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Head of Finance and senior leadership, gaining broad exposure across business performance, planning, legal entity governance, compliance, investment decisions and country finance operations. At Helmerich & Payne, you'll join a collaborative, high-performing team within a global organisation, offering the chance to make a meaningful impact, develop leadership skills and contribute to the continued success and growth of the Offshore business.

Primary responsibilities

• Financial Planning and Performance Management: Provide significant support, challenge and guidance throughout annual budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning cycles; consolidate inputs, analyse trends and support recommendations to the Head of Finance.
• Financial Analysis and Decision Support: Deliver insightful analysis of revenue, margins, utilisation, operating costs and profitability drivers; support investment decisions and improvement initiatives.
• Country Finance Management and Legal Entity Stewardship: Coordinate legal entity governance activities and ensure country finance teams meet statutory, regulatory and corporate requirements.
• Tax, Treasury and Cash Management: Support oversight of tax compliance, treasury activities, banking relationships and cash-flow forecasting processes.
• Capital Expenditure and Investment Governance: Review business cases, monitor investment performance and ensure adherence to governance requirements.
• Financial Control, Compliance and Risk Management: Maintain strong internal controls, coordinate audit activities and support risk mitigation across the Business Unit and countries.
• Business Partnership and Continuous Improvement: Act as a trusted finance partner to operational leaders, promote financial accountability and drive process improvements.

Experience

• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Significant finance experience within multinational or complex organisational environments.
• Strong understanding of planning, performance management, statutory reporting, governance and compliance.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, analytical and influencing skills.

Behaviour and Skills

• The successful candidate will be a highly credible and commercially focused finance leader who combines strong technical expertise with excellent judgement, integrity and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• They will be committed to maintaining high standards of financial governance, compliance and risk management, while delivering accurate, insightful analysis that supports business performance and strategic decision-making.
• The role requires someone who can build trusted relationships across functions, influence senior stakeholders, and work collaboratively with teams across multiple countries to achieve shared objectives.
• A continuous improvement mindset is essential, along with the ability to challenge constructively, identify opportunities for greater efficiency and drive positive change. Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills are critical, as is the confidence to navigate complex situations, make sound decisions and provide objective financial guidance.
• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA).

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