Group Reporting Accountant

Base Location: Glasgow or Perth

Salary: £42,600 - £64,000+ performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

This role is a key member of the team responsible for the preparation of SSE plc’s listed group Annual Report and Accounts (“ARA”) and Interim Results Statement.  The Group Statutory Reporting Accountant will work primarily on specific accounting areas for the group financial statements, including note preparation for the accounts, and work to enhance documentation and controls.  The role involves working to tight deadlines to meet reporting deadlines.  The role requires regular liaison with SSE Business Units and the external auditor and is responsible for the preparation and audit requirements of elements of the Group accounts and additionally certain subsidiary statutory accounts. The role reports to the Statutory Reporting Manager and involves working closely with the Director of Group Reporting and other senior Finance contacts. To do this effectively, you will need an understanding of SSE’s markets and operations, IFRS and other relevant GAAP.

This role is a great opportunity to enhance and develop skills within the Finance Skills Compass including power skills like problem solving, industry knowledge, attention to detail, time management and relationship building, in addition to technical skills around the group consolidation model, subsidiary financial statements and technical accounting.

You will

- Prepare the disclosure and supporting information for key notes within the consolidated financial statements of the SSE plc group in accordance with the ARA, Preliminary Results and Interim Results within tight timelines and manage disclosure notes for the Group through the audit process. 

- Prepare subsidiary financial statements and manage the audit for certain corporate and holding entities.  

- Support the Statutory Reporting Manager and Technical Reporting Manager on financial reporting projects, such as the adoption of new accounting standards, group investment and divestment activities and replacement of the consolidation reporting tool.

- Assist in implementation of ‘UK SOX’ requirements for financial statements process. Ensure compliance with all applicable standards, legislation and code.

You have

- Fully qualified as a Chartered Accountant with 1 to 3 years Post Qualified Experience in a Financial Reporting or External Audit role.

- Fully up to date knowledge of accounting standards and corporate governance requirements with experience of subsidiary statutory reporting.

- Interpretative and analytical skills to assimilate complex issues into reporting and accounting solutions with the ability to manage numerous tasks simultaneously.

- Proficiency in MS Office applications.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

Our Finance teams create value for all SSE business areas and play a key role in fulfilling our obligations as a FTSE100 UK-listed company. In a highly regulated and competitive environment, their experts keep us powering ahead by identifying efficiencies, providing advice and optimising our financial strategies.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact janet.gossman@sse.com / 01738 341814 to discuss how we can support you.

We are dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you will need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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