Senior Technical Accounting Manager

Pontoon; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 182,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work pattern

Competitive daily rate

Job summary

Pontoon in London is seeking an ACA qualified Technical Accounting Manager to lead IFRS and UK GAAP guidance across the organisation. You will draft papers for external auditors, update group policies, and partner with Legal, Treasury and M&A on accounting matters.

Ideal candidates have substantial post-qualification experience in a large regulated environment, strong IFRS expertise, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• ACA Qualified Accountant with substantial post-qualification experience.
• Strong IFRS technical expertise, including lease accounting, hedge accounting and M&A.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Background in Utilities or Big 4 experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert IFRS and UK GAAP guidance to the business.
• Draft and review technical accounting papers for auditors and sign-offs.
• Lead policy reviews and implement new accounting standards.
• Collaborate with Legal, Treasury and M&A for accounting matters.
• Engage with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Skills

ACA Qualified

IFRS Expertise

Lease Accounting

Hedge Accounting

M&A Accounting

Communication Skills

Proactive Attitude

Team Player

Utilities Background

Big4 Experience

Job description

Job Title: Technical Accounting Manager

Location: Strand, London
Daily Rate: 700 - 750 per day (umbrella)
Contract Length: 12 months with potential for extension
Working Pattern: Hybrid, ideally two days in the office per week

Key Responsibilities:

• Expert Technical Guidance: Act as the go-to authority on IFRS and UK GAAP, providing expert advice on accounting and reporting issues faced by the organisation.
• Drafting and Review: Create and review technical accounting papers for external auditors, ensuring swift signoffs to establish clear accounting principles across local and Group teams.
• Policy Development: Lead initiatives to review and implement new accounting standards, updating Group accounting policies in line with the latest guidance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage with various departments, including Legal, Treasury, and M&A, to provide strategic accounting advice for internal and external transactions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with external auditors and internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication and implementation of accounting requirements.

What the Successful Candidate Will Have:

• Qualified Expertise: ACA Qualified Accountant with substantial post-qualification experience, preferably within large, regulated utilities.
• Technical Proficiency: Strong IFRS technical expertise, including lease accounting, hedge accounting, and M&A accounting.
• Communication Skills: Highly proficient in written and verbal communication, with the ability to articulate complex accounting concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proactive Attitude: Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills with a keen interest in fostering relationships and sharing knowledge across the organisation.
• Background in Utilities or Big 4 would be highly desirable

Why This Role?

This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a significant impact within a vital sector. The organisation values diversity and inclusion, encouraging all potential candidates to apply, even if they don't meet every single qualification.

What's in it for You?

• Competitive daily rate, with opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team environment.
• Flexibility in working patterns, allowing for a balance between office presence and remote work.
• A chance to work on diverse technical accounting projects that will enhance your expertise and expand your professional network.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.