Technical Accountant

Posted 15 November 2022
Salary £45000.00 - £50000 per annum
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Finance, Accounting & Audit
ReferenceBBBH72688_1668521711
Contact NameGemma Malcolm

Job description

Technical Accountant - London - Up to £50,000PA + benefits

Broadgate are working with one of the UK's largest investors in renewables across the UK with the appointment of a Technical Accountant.

You will be responsible for the preparation of statutory accounts including, technical expertise ensuring that statutory accounts produced are fully compliant with relevant IRFS, preparation of hedge accounting, reporting, and forecasting and perform technical accounting research to ensure UK group accounting policies are appropriate.

This role would suit a part-qualified professional, keen to pursue their studies with experience within hedge accounting.

Responsibilities:

  • Production of statutory accounts under FRS101
  • Co-ordinate with internal stakeholders and liaise with external auditors for review and smooth audit process
  • Prepare hedge accounting journals and reporting monthly
  • Hedge accounting reporting & forecasting is subject to review
  • Research technical accounting topics to understand the accounting impact of proposed transactions
  • Have an up-to-date understanding of IFRS and prepare accounting papers as required.

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Looking to become a qualified accountant or already a part qualified accountant
  • Relevant experience in hedge accounting, audit of or preparation of financial statements under IFRS / FRS101.
  • Proficient Microsoft office skills and IT skills, particularly large Excel model spreadsheets