Financial Accountant / Reconciliations Accountant (Contract)

We have a current opportunity for a Statutory and Regulatory Accountant on a contract basis in central London with a leading international energy company.
Responsible for accounting, regulatory reporting, statutory accounts, and audit coordination for the carbon capture project and other related CCS entities. Supports compliance with regulatory, lender, and internal reporting requirements.
Manage accounting, reporting, and finance activities within internal control frameworks for the carbon capture project and other CCS companies.
Annual regulatory reporting packs and financial reconciliations.
Draft financial statements and monthly trial balances.
Income statement, balance sheet, and financial position reports to HQ.
Year-end financial statements per IFRS and CCS license requirements.
Ensure accurate, timely reporting aligned with SAP and Mastro data.
Prepare monthly reconciliations and intercompany account schedules.
Support accounting setup aligned with HQ, regulatory, and project financing needs.
Maintain and improve internal controls, accounting systems, and policies.
Collaborate with Finance, technical, and support teams across the business.
Provide accounting guidance and support decision-making during operations.
Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and internal procedures.
Assist with statutory and regulatory audits.
Participate in CCS project-related activities as needed.
Perform ad hoc duties as required.
Comply with the company’s Health, Safety & Environment policies and Code of Ethics.
Internal: Finance, technical and support departments, senior management, and CCS affiliates.
Statutory and regulatory auditors, regulators, lenders, and other stakeholders.
Master’s degree in Accounting, Economics, or Business (or equivalent) OR professional qualification (ACCA, CA, CIMA).
Extensive experience in accounting and finance roles within the energy sector.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and SAP (essential).
Proactive, flexible, and effective in multicultural environments.
Strong organizational skills with ability to meet tight and shifting deadlines.
Overtime may be required during financial closing periods.
Occasional travel to UK sites as needed.

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As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.