Accountant

Energean; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their financial control team. This role involves managing accounting entries in SAP ERP, processing invoices, and ensuring financial document accuracy. Responsibilities include month-end closings, maintaining fixed asset records, and supporting joint venture accounting. The position offers career progression within a high-caliber finance team that promotes skill development and challenges you in the field of finance.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of working experience in accounting.
• Experience in Oil & Gas or similar extraction-related industry.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS) and their application.

Responsibilities

• Record and review accounting entries in SAP ERP.
• Manage month-end close activities including general ledger.
• Maintain and monitor the company’s fixed asset register.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting package.

Skills

Advanced business writing

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interdepartmental liaison abilities

Education

University degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

SAP ERP

Excel

Job description

Summary

An exciting opportunity has opened with Energean for an Accountant to work in the UK financial control team. The role is responsible to manage accounting entries in SAP ERP, process invoices and bank transactions, and ensure accuracy of financial documents. In addition, it includes month-end close activities, maintaining the fixed asset register, supporting joint venture accounting, and collaborating with various departments. The role will offer career progression and be part of a high calibre finance team that will challenge and develop your skills even further.

Key Accountabilities

The Accountant responsibilities will include :

• Record and review accounting entries in SAP ERP, including processing invoices and bank transactions.
• Review accounting documents to ensure accuracy of information and calculations and direct correcting entries.
• Manage month-end close activities including general ledger, intercompany reconciliations and preparation of supporting schedules.
• Maintain and monitor the company’s fixed asset register.
• Support joint venture accounting processes, including partner billing, cost recovery, and reconciliations.
• Collaborate with operations, treasury, and tax to ensure timely acquisition and processing of financial information.
• Prepare monthly financial reporting package (B / S, P / L, Cash Flow, KPIs).
• Assist with annual audit and statutory reporting preparing documentation and liaising with external auditors.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes, controls and SAP utilisation.

Qualifications and Experience

• University degree in Finance or Accounting.
• 4+ years of working experience in accounting.
• Experience in Oil & gas or similar extraction-related industry.
• Strong knowledge of international accounting standards (IFRS) and their application.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP strongly preferred) and advanced Excel skills.

Skills

• Advanced business writing and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to observe deadlines and perform high quality service.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to liaise across departments and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines while maintaining high standards of accuracy and quality.