Who we are?
At Inchcape, our vision is to have a connected world in which our customers trade successfully and make better decisions in every port, everywhere. We use technology and our global network to help our partners connect to a smoother, smarter ocean.
Inchcape combines its worldwide infrastructure with local expertise through our global network of over 250 proprietary offices across 70 countries and a team of more than 3,000 committed professionals. Our diverse global customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil, cruise, container and bulk commodity sectors as well as naval, government and intergovernmental organisations.
We have an ambitious growth model, and a career here is certainly going to be a rewarding one that will allow you to bring your skills & experience. We embrace change and are open to new thinking and pushing for positive change in our industry.
Main Purpose: The role is an essential part of the Group Entities for ISS, supporting financial accounting and reporting across the Group Entities in the UK.
The role will cover:
- Ensure effective and efficient management of the local books of accounts, and finalisation of accounts.
- P&L Control Account / Balance Sheet Reconciliation to be performed for Group Entities and ensure necessary action is taken in subsequent months.
- Compliance with globally standardised processes for financial reporting.
- Adherence to Group Finance Policies as laid down in the Finance Manual.
- Ensure financial control, compliance, and transparency according to ISS’s corporate policy and statutory requirements
Key Accountabilities:
Finance Process Management & Reporting
- Responsible for book closure and finalisation of monthly accounts.
- Bank Reconciliation must be performed on timely basis and provide justification on open items reported.
- Analysis of variances in profit and loss account.
- Having good understanding on Balance sheet reconciliation and substantiation and aging calculation.
- Support internal audits, external audits and tax inspectors / investigations
- Ensure that all Inter-company invoices are prepared as per the group timelines
- Responsible for Group Inter-company recharges – Invoicing and accounting and related reconciliations.
- Ensure inter-co differences are communicated pro-actively and resolved prior to finalisation.
- Data analysis and information provision to various stakeholders.
- Review the Daily / Monthly FX rate uploaded in U4F and ensure FX revaluation exercise.
- Month-end data upload to Hyperion and preparation of management report packs
Key Deliverables:
- Preparation and Review of Financials
- Responsible for books closure on a periodic basis
- Speed and Accuracy of reporting requirements.
Knowledge, Experience and Skills:
Essential:
- Working knowledge of IFRS and statutory accounting
- Experience in working in a multi-national, multi-cultural organization.
- Excellent communication skills and a good command of the English language (oral and written)
- Good time management
- Strong system skills / quick learner
Desirable:
- Knowledge of the shipping industry
- Knowledge of Hyperion Financial Management system
- Knowledge of Unit4 Financial system/ Any ERP
Why Inchcape Shipping Services?
We believe in building a diverse and high-performing workforce that works together to provide our customers with the exceptional service they deserve. To reach the highest standards, we depend on our people, their welfare, training and expertise. We realise the value of our staff and know that your unique experiences, skills and passions will help you to build a rich and rewarding career in our dynamic industry.
Our values are at the centre of everything we do, and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate and fully adopt these:
Global Perspective - we connect the world and see the bigger picture.
The Power of People - we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships.
Progress - we adopt new thinking and push for positive change in our industry.
In return, we will offer you:
A diverse range of benefits, depending on your geographical location. Globally, as a minimum, you will receive:
- A retirement savings plan
- Life assurance
- Holiday
- Competitive salary
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Values Award celebration events
Plus, much more!
If you think that you have the right skills, knowledge and attitude to join our team, then we invite you to apply by simply clicking at the top of this advert!
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Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work documentation depending upon your geographical location.
Inchcape is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and equality, diversity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. We recognise that our customers, colleagues, contractors and other partners are central to our success and that we work in a diverse society. We acknowledge not only our legal, but also our moral responsibility to ensure all groups have equality of opportunity.
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