To ensure all accounting entries within the inidivdual's area of control (i.e. project, contract, service line) are recorded in an accurate and timely manner. This involves the provision of timely reporting of financial data internally to business stakeholders and externally to the client. Furthermore, financial reporting will extend to forecasts, budgets and a "no surpises" outlook, together with ad-hoc financial analysis. This will require the management of a team and to demonstrate influencing skills with business management and other functions.
ResponsibilitiesResponsibility for ensuring the team have prepared all accounting entries accurately and in line with corporate deadlinesResponsibility for ensuring the team prepare invoices in a timely manner and in accordance with the commercial terms of the contractEnsure results are accurately reported and analyzedEffective management of a small accounting teamManage the team, making sure everything is reviewed prior to sharing with stakeholdersProviding analysis of bill and cost rates, and margins to manage profitability as requiredPreparation and ownership of annual plan and quarterly reforecast in conjunction with Business Management and finance teamResponsibility for compliance with Financial management Framework within the individual's sphere of controlResponsibility for ensuring the team focus on cash collection, optimization of DSO and minimization of unbilled items together with ensuring these balance sheet areas are appropriately reconciled, analyzed and controlled by the teamLiaising with external, internal and client auditorsReporting of financial performance to Business Management team and finance managerLinkage with Business Manager and contracts administrator regarding any contractual aspectsExecution of various ad hoc financial analysis and tasks as and when requiredQualificationsFurther education through College or University with a recognized accounting qualificationQualified CIMA / ACCA / CPA or equivalent5 years + accounting experienceProficient user of excelPeople supervision experience and skillsGood commercial experienceGood at using ERP and other IT systems (Oracle, Hyperion)Ability to form and maintain strong working relationshipsGood people skills and ability to develop teamCustomer focused – internally and externallyAbility to discuss issues clearly and concisely at all levels within the organizationAbout Us Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com
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