Senior Group Reporting Accountant

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Reference:
OCT

Expiry date: 22:59, Sun, 11th Oct 2026

Location:

London

Benefits: AXA Health medical, Life Assurance, discounted holidays and cruises plus retail discounts and cash back incentives through our Boost Benefits scheme

Fred. Olsen Renewables is a leading developer, owner and operator of renewable energy assets, primarily onshore wind farms.

We operate in all parts of the energy value chain, from sourcing wind farm acreage to sale of electricity in the global market, developing renewable energy production in UK and Scandinavia. We manage all phases from concept development to detailed design, construction, commissioning and operations.

Help us to responsibly develop and operate renewable energy projects - supporting communities across the country and helping to create a sustainable future.

As we continue to grow, we are now strengthening our Accounts team with a Senior Group Reporting Accountant in our London office. Working on a hybrid basis, you will provide a high-quality financial accounting and reporting service across the Group, supporting the Chief Group Controller and Financial Controller in the preparation of consolidated accounts, statutory reporting, budgeting, tax compliance and audit requirements.

Key

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Preparation of complex consolidation in Tagetik.
• Preparation of consolidated package to Oslo on a quarterly basis.
• Preparation of Hvitsten II Joint Venture Board quarterly pack.
• Key finance partner to the Board and equity partners.
• Calculation of Corporation Tax payable per quarter under IFRS and UKGAAP.
• Preparation of Annual Tax returns and Alpha tax packs.
• Organise meetings with budget holders where necessary.
• Prepare budget papers.
• Consolidate budget into consolidation package.
• Organise meetings with budget holders where necessary.
• Prepare budget papers.
• Consolidate budget into consolidation package.

Skills & Experience Required:

• ACA or ACCA qualified accountant.
• Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience within industry.
• Experience working within a group finance environment, including group consolidations.
• Strong financial accounting and reporting knowledge, including the accounting treatment of joint ventures and complex group structures.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts, including cash flow statements.
• Experience preparing or supporting annual audits and responding to auditor queries.
• Exposure to corporation tax, tax reporting or tax compliance activities.
• Strong financial systems skills and advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively.
• Confident communicator with the ability to present and discuss financial information with senior stakeholders, board members and external partners.
• Proactive approach with the ability to learn new systems, processes and technologies quickly.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations, Tagetik & Adaptive Workspace is desirable but not essential.
• Experience of e-filing processes is desirable but not essential.

The annual salary for this position is £80,000 to £90,000. This is a permanent, full-time role, working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday on a hybrid basis.

Fred. Olsen Renewables offers a range of company benefits including Pension Scheme, AXA Health medical, Life Assurance and discounted holidays and cruises. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.