Group Finance Manager

Morson Edge Finance are proud to be the trusted exclusive recruitment partner to Urenco and are currently supporting the appointment of a Group Finance Manager to join their high performing Group Accounting & Reporting function

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Urenco is a global leader in the production of low-carbon energy, operating at the forefront of the transition to a sustainable, net-zero world.

They are seeking a Group Financial Accountant to join their team at their Paddington Head Office. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate consolidated accounts in accordance with IFRS and the Group Accounting Manual, including the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements. The role will also play a key part in the Interim and Year-End external audit process.

Urenco is committed to providing opportunities for employees to fulfil their potential. Even if candidates do not meet every requirement, they are encouraged to apply. The organisation values passion and potential and offers market-leading training and development programmes, alongside the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the most experienced professionals in the industry.

• Manage monthly Group consolidations across multiple international entities.
• Prepare and review consolidation journals, company adjustments and Group adjustments.
• Prepare and review FX reserve reconciliations, Statement of Comprehensive Income and Statement of Changes in Equity.
• Review treasury accounting journals, reconciliations and treasury-related reporting activities.
• Support the preparation of interim and year-end Group financial statements and associated disclosures.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts for Group and Head Office entities.
• Act as a key point of contact for external auditors throughout interim and year-end reporting cycles.
• Support the preparation of regulatory and external financial reporting requirements.
• Investigate complex accounting issues, unusual balances and reconciliation matters.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of financial controls, including areas relating to expected credit losses and hedging reserves.
• Drive continuous improvement of finance processes, systems and reporting activities.
• Work closely with Treasury, Finance and wider business stakeholders across multiple international jurisdictions.

• ACA qualified, ideally trained within a Big 4 accountancy practice.
• Strong technical accounting background gained within Group Reporting, Financial Reporting or Group Finance environments.
• Significant experience of IFRS reporting within a multinational Group structure.
• Experience of Group consolidations and preparation of consolidated financial statements.
• Treasury accounting experience, including treasury journals, reconciliations and hedge accounting exposure.
• Multi-currency reporting experience including complex FX accounting and FX reserve reconciliations.
• Experience managing external audit relationships.
• Experience operating within large, complex international organisations.

More than just a job, Urenco offers a long-term career within a business that plays a critical role in the global energy sector. More than simply a place to work, they provide an environment where individuals can develop, progress and thrive.

As an employee of Urenco, you will benefit from:

• 27 days annual leave.
• A generous annual bonus scheme linked to both personal and company performance.
• A comprehensive range of family-friendly policies.
• A highly competitive pension scheme.
• Hybrid working, with up to two days working remotely per week on average, flexible start and finish times, and a 1.30pm finish every Friday.
• A flexible benefits package including life assurance and income protection, with the opportunity to tailor additional benefits to suit your individual lifestyle.
• Paid time off for volunteering activities.
• Access to private medical and dental insurance schemes.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities, including structured training programmes, ongoing professional development and support to help accelerate your career progression.

Due to the nature of the industry that Urenco operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status working for Urenco are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance issued by the relevant competent authorities for national security vetting. In certain circumstances, additional enhanced security clearance considerations apply to roles within Urenco owing to the particular activities that the Urenco Group undertakes in relation to uranium enrichment.

Successful candidates will need to satisfy security requirements, and all offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks initiated.