Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects. 

In your job you will work for the offshore energy division. Boskalis has one of the largest global fleets of specialized offshore vessels, allowing us to carry out a broad range of offshore activities. We provide innovative and sustainable all-round solutions to tackle major worldwide maritime challenges. Our Offshore Energy division supports sustainable energy solutions such as wind energy as well as traditional fossil facilities. We’re involved in the entire journey from developing and transporting to maintaining and decommissioning these facilities.

Make your mark as Financial Planning & Reporting Accountant at Boskalis Subsea Services in Aberdeen.  You will be responsible for the delivery of monthly financial reporting and the coordination of budgeting and forecasting activities across the business.

The role takes ownership of the month-end reporting process, working closely with finance colleagues and the Finance Shared Service Centre (FSSC) to deliver accurate and high-quality financial information to management and Boskalis Group.

The position also supports the ongoing development of the finance function through process improvement, systems development and finance transformation initiatives

Your responsibilities as a Financial Planning & Reporting Accountant:

The main responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to;

• Take ownership of the month-end reporting cycle including preparation of reporting deliverables.
• Oversee the preparation of financial results and ensure reporting accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare monthly reporting packs, analysis and commentary for management and Boskalis Group.
• Coordinate the annual budget cycle and monthly forecasting process.
• Consolidate and analyze forecast submissions from stakeholders.
• Support implementation and ongoing development of finance systems
• Identify opportunities to standardize, simplify and automate finance processes, leveraging digital tools and AI to improve the efficiency, quality and effectiveness of finance processes.
• Act as a key finance contact for reporting, budgeting and forecasting matters.
• Provide support and guidance to finance colleagues.

You can make your mark as a Financial Planning & Reporting Accountant if you have: 

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience (in a similar role) working in an energy sector environment.
• Educated to University level (Accounting and/or Finance).
• Industry professional Qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent).
• Strong experience in financial reporting, forecasting and budgeting.
• Excellent analytical and variance analysis skills.
• Advanced Excel capability in addition to experience using ERP and financial reporting/consolidation systems.
• Strong systems aptitude and ability to adapt to new technologies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience working with Shared Services environments (desirable).
• Working knowledge of Power BI, automation tolls or AI-enabled finance applications (desirable).

What you can expect

• A dynamic environment: A job that allows you to collaborate with a talented team of experts from different backgrounds and contribute to making a significant impact.
• Rewarding conditions: Besides a competitive salary, you will be part of a contributory pension scheme, private medical insurance and death in service benefit.
• Career development: We offer you plenty of opportunities to bring out the best in yourself for example through (online) courses at our Boskalis academy.  
• Opportunities to connect with colleagues across the organization: Through networking and knowledge-sharing sessions, events, and employee communities.

Extra information

• Your team:  you will report to the Financial Controller.
• Where you will work: You will work in our Aberdeen office.
• Full/part- time job: The position of Financial Planning & Reporting Accountant will be full-time, 35 hours per week.
• Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once it’s clear we’re a good match, we’ll make you an offer – and look forward to welcoming you to the company.

We are more than happy to answer your questions about the position of Financial Planning and Reporting Accountant.  Please contact Matthew Hurrel, Recruiter.

Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your cover letter and CV on our careers site.

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