Our client requires a qualified Accountant to support the Finance Manager to ensure that the monthly financial reporting is accurate and consistent with respect to the contract and cost elements.

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:
To assist Vessel Managers throughout the month to ensure that all costs are captured within the financial reporting systems and to carry out variance analysis.
Supporting the vessel managers to enable them to be fully conversant with the financial and commercial performance of their vessel against budget and prognosis.
Supporting the Vessel Managers in the preparation of the annual budget.
Preparation of all vessel related sales invoices both dayrate and reimbursable; this includes reimbursable for 3rd party vessels.
Preparation of all necessary back up and summary sheets for sales invoices where applicable including updating of variation control sheets.
Debtor /credit control ensuring clients observe credit terms and warning where problems arise to facilitate prompt follow up; making recommendations to ensure that cash receipts are maximised and credit terms adhered to; advising contractual remedies in instances of slow and late payments from clients; summarising cash receipts sheet for use in accounts posting.
Reconciliation of month end turnover figures plus all contract related costs and comparison to budget and prognosis and attendance at month end financial reviews.
Undertaking audits against the contracts (client and catering , if applicable) to review cost invoices to ensure potential back-charges to client (e.g. due to miscoding of invoices) have not been missed.
Manages in conjunction with finance and contracts and risk management any client audits.
Responsibility for updating and distribution of contract code list.
Although part of the Finance Department the jobholder will be required to liaise with Contracts and Risk Management Department and the Operations Department to ensure that an adequate service is provided to the Vessel Managers.
The position will require flexibility at month end to ensure that the reporting deadlines are achieved.

The Candidate requirements:
ACCA or ICAS qualified
Strong IT skills including Excel and Access
Strong communication and presentation skills
Negotiation skills
Strong interpersonal skills

Phone Craig today on 259425 or email craig.mackenzie@aaajobs.co.uk

Our client is looking for the successful candidate to come in and help the Finance team with all duties regarding the Accounts Payable process.

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:

Assisting with input of purchase invoices
Matching invoices with purchase orders
Other ad-hoc duties as required

The Candidate requirements:

Accounts Payable experience essential
Oracle or SAP experience
Oil and Gas Industry experience advantageous
Strong communication skills

Phone Craig today on 259425 or email craig.mackenzie@aaajobs.co.uk

Our client requires an experienced Payroll candidate to assist them with all elements of the payroll function. Candidates must have previous Payroll experience and knowledge of working in an environment where multiple payrolls are run is advantageous.

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:
All elements of Payroll from starters and leavers
Assisting with queries
Processing weekly timesheets
Printing off payroll reports
Issuing of cheques to 3rd parties
Entering holiday forms wage adjustments
Dealing with SSP, SMP and all other statutory elements

The Candidate requirements:
Earnie experience preferred
Payroll experience essential
Good team player

Phone Craig today on 259425 or email craig.mackenzie@aaajobs.co.uk

Our client requires AP assistance with matching and batching of PO's and invoices, dealing with vendors and purchasers. Due to the urgent nature of this role, candidates must be available for immediate start.

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:
Checking invoice compliance with contract
Coding and registering invoices
Scanning registered invoices
Posting invoices on to SAP workflow for approval by relevant authoriser
Answering vendor queries
Statement reconciliations
Cheque requests

The Candidate requirements:
Experience using SAP essential
Accounts Payable experience of at least 1 year required

Phone Craig today on 259425 or email craig.mackenzie@aaajobs.co.uk

A vacancy has arisen for a Payroll Assistant to work as an integral part of the Corporate team of our client based to the South of the city. This is a temporary position for 3 months. Due to the urgent nature of the role candidates should be available at short notice.

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:
· Collate all payroll information each month from various departments within the required timescale.
· Input all relevant payroll information (e.g. timesheets, bank account changes, new starts, leavers, promotions, pension deductions, P45's etc) into the payroll system.
· Calculate salaries for new starts/leavers.
· Distribute payslips.
· Collect mail from reception on a daily basis and deal with as appropriate.
· Answer internal and external pay queries.
· Check figures on P45's for new employees, ensuring they are correct before inputting.
· Compiling reports as required.
· Any other duty as requested by Payroll Manager.

The Candidate requirements:

Payroll experience
Good communication skills
A close eye for detail

Phone Craig today on 259425 or email craig.mackenzie@aaajobs.co.uk

Accountant - Qualified within the last 18 months and currently stuck in a rut? We have an exciting opportunity with one of Aberdeen's most exciting and profitable companies.

A true success story, this company now reaches worldwide and would offer genuine career prospects. Working for a 'true mentor' and playing and integral part of a professional team. This is one not to miss. Salary circa £45k.

Phone Gus Porter on 259409 or email gus.porter@aaajobs.co.uk

Our client, a leading UK oil service company, is looking to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced Finance Manager. The role could be rotational or resident, however candidates must have had experience working in the Caspian Sea area. The job is a fully encompassing role which includes leading a team and being part of the Senior Management Team. Excellent remuneration package will be offered to the successful applicant.

Phone Gus today on 259409 or email gus.porter@aaajobs.co.uk

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a suitably qualified and experienced candidate to join an international market leader based in Aberdeen. The role involves working with the Business Development Team researching and planning expansion for the business in UK and overseas. Day to day activities involve carrying out strategic market analysis of potential areas of growth and development of existing and new areas of business. Providing market information for potential business alliances and acquisitions. Working with Business Development Team in developing and implementing a clear marketing programme that facilitates growth for the business. Candidates must be degree qualified (preferably marketing) and ideally hold a further business related qualification (MBA). Experience in this field however is the major criteria for a successful application.

Phone Gus today on 259409 or email gus.porter@aaajobs.co.uk

Senior Audit Manager required for expanding practice in Aberdeen. If you are frustrated in your current role and see little opportunity for progression then our client may have what you are looking for. Apply for further information.

Phone Gus Porter on 259409 or email gus.porter@aaajobs.co.uk

Due to internal development, our client, a growing and exciting oil and gas company, are looking to recruit an experienced Finance Manager. Candidates should be 5 years (minimum) post qualified with drive and ambition. This blue chip company will offer an invigorating environment and genuine prospects. Salary circa £70k + benefits. Interested candidates should apply for further information.

Phone Gus Porter on 259409 or email gus.porter@aaajobs.co.uk

Our client, a leading operator, has an immediate requirement for an experienced accountant with a minimum of 5 years experience with an Eamp;P company. Varied duties will involve business analysis, joint venture and budget work. An excellent day rate will reflect the importance of this role.  Phone Gus Porter on 259409 or email gus.porter@aaajobs.co.uk

Our client is looking to recruit Joint Venture Accountants to join their team in Aberdeen. Successful Candidates will have experience of Joint Venture related accounting and will be expected to carry out the following tasks:

Provide accurate and timely JV accounting and reporting.
Assist in the booking and review of monthly JV accounting, including opex and capex accruals and non-operated JV billings
Assist in the preparation and review of JV billings for operated activites.
Assist in the preparation and booking of net book entries (DDamp;A, Abandonment, under/overlift).
Assist in the preparation of submission of results to Group Accounting including additional requirements at half year and year end.
Assist in the co-ordination of JV audits and participate in JV audits as required
Finance support to Business Finance
Build strong working relationships with Business Finance functions in all locations to ensure accounting and transactional issues are communicated and understood
Assist in the preparation of monthly regional causal reports, including variance analysis
Sundry returns and reconciliations
Assist in the preparation of monthly balance sheet reconciliations for JV accounting, completion of the monthly control file and sundry returns required by Office of National Statistics.

Candidates must have:
Good understanding of oil and gas accounting practices and procedures
Previous experience in a corporate accounting or JV accounting role within the oil amp; gas industry
Good interpersonal, communication and personal skills
Keen focus on delivery, accuracy and timeliness

Qualifications:
Part-qualified ACA or CIMA

My Client is looking to recruit a Payroll Assistant on a permanent basis to join their busy team in Aberdeen. The company are a globally recognised Oil and Gas company and previous payroll experience is essential.

Main duties to include but not be limited to:-

Collate payroll information for Various Companies.
Input on to the payroll system and excel
Process Monthly payrolls for the 21st of the month
Ensure that Tax amp; National Insurance balance to the P35 each month
Deal with internal amp; external enquiries from employees in a prompt and efficient manner.
Support and assist other team members with UK amp; int'l payrolls.
Assist in the completion of year-end processing (P60's amp; P11d's)
Complete any other ad hoc tasks given


Salary £19-21K DOE.


Successful Candidates will have payroll experience and strong Excel ability.

Our client, based Kincardineshire, is looking to recruit a temporary book-keeper to join their team. This position is Monday -Friday, full time and is on an ongoing temporary basis.

The role will include general book-keeping as well as Sage related duties of purchase and sales ledger and an element of payroll. This is a demanding role and may offer the opportunity of a permanent contract with the company.

Successful candidates will have working knowledge of Sage and have at least 2 years book-keeping experience.

Finance Manager required for E&P company in West Africa.  Candidates must have previous experience of working in this region and have 3/5 years oil operator experience.  Candidates need not be Qualified, but must have good man management skills.  This is a resident position either married or single status.  Excellent package, accommodation and prospects.  An outstanding company to work for.

Finance Manager - a qualified accountant with 8 years plus, post qualified experience this new position created by major company development will offer you the next challenge in your career.

A multi million dollar turnover company with operations in 4 continents, this new to Aberdeen role potentially is the most exciting opportunity in Aberdeen this year.

For further details of this, exclusive to aaa role, call Phil Smith on 259409 or apply below.

Providing timely analysis of anticipated total project costs in relation to authorised spend including impact of both current outstanding commitments and additional estimated costs. Responsible for month end close, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, accounts payable management, internal controls, legal compliance and general project administration.

Reporting to Corporate Controller in Houston and Project Director at Project Site.

Essential job functions:-

• Prepare monthly project financial reports, including analysis of significant budget variances
• Prepare cash flow forecasts for the project
• Provide project management with information required to make business decisions to minimise project costs
• Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations as required for the project
• Coordinate approvals of accounts payable invoices and maintain related documentation
• Administer and interpret vendor and joint venture contracts
• Ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements for internal controls
• Ensure compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
• Ensure compliance with local tax and legal requirements.
• Provide support for audits performed by public accountants, internal auditors, lenders, local governments and joint venture partners as reqd.
• Perform other accounting analysis as required.
• Perform other special projects as requested by project management
• Prepare customer invoices for recharges as required.

Budget Preparation & Analysis

• Assist in preparation of the project budget (authorisation for expenditure)
• Prepare requests for authorisation for anticipated spending in excess of authorised amount (Cost Trend Reports)

Administration

• Process payroll-related documents and review monthly payroll reports.
• Provide management with support regarding subcontracts and other vendor agreements, including risk management concerns
• Liaise with local banking and governmental agencies. Includes required local and external reporting and audits.
• Supervise administrative personnel at the project office

Requirements:

• Bachelor\'s degree in business, finance or accounting.
• Must have at least 5-7 years progressive professional experience within finance or accounting, including a minimum of 3 years experience performing financial analysis and forecasting.
• Strong knowledge of US-GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley and FCPA requirements
• Work experience in a drilling or oil service company is preferred.
• Work experience in an overseas position is preferred.
• Professional accounting qualification preferred.

Finance Manager, China. 

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified well travelled Accountant to join an expanding, successful multi-national oil service company. 

Candidates must have experience at a senior level, have proven mentoring skills, and the ability to commercially support the General Manager.  Negotiable salary with an excellent package on offer.

Outstanding opportunity within a leading Oil and Gas operator. This role involves the preparation of internal monthly management reports including variance analysis to assist management in planning, controlling and decision-making. Other duties include cost accounting/reporting and budget preparation. Suitable applicants will have experience of JV Accounting and preparation of gross management accounts. Our client is also looking to support an individual who is currently studying and wishing to progress to qualification. An exciting and challenging role within an excellent company.

Finance Manager required for global Oil Service company to be responsible for the flow of information between the company, its shareholders and the financial community.  Working closely with senior management/board members, this high profile position calls for an individual who is both Qualified (preferably CA) and a first class communicator.  Responsibilities will include, but not limited to, managing consensus, analyst relationships, bench marking, etc.  Candidates will either come from a service role within the Profession or from PE/Corporate Finance background with exposure to the M&A market.  Previous international experience/exposure a distinct advantage.  A first class remuneration package is on offer, as is an exceptional future.

Accountant, 12-month contract for oil operation based in Aberdeen.  Candidate must be Qualified CA.  Duties centre around the preparation of all legal Entity Financial Statements and assistance with the consolidated UK Financial Statements.  Must have an up-to-day knowledge of UK Gaap.

Tax Manager required for international oil service company.  Presently working in 20+ countries, role calls for candidate who is qualified in tax and/ or a professional accountancy qualification.  International travel with the role, this is very much a hands on position.  Will be at forefront of international expansion along with legal and finance.  High profile position.  Salary c£80k and a host of benefits including bonus etc.  Excellent opportunity.

Cost Engineer/ Drilling Accountant required for E+P company in Cameroon. Candidates must have a number of years G+P experience, and will be required to set up and control all drilling contract documentation and systems. Candidates need to have a hands-on approach and the ability to work as a team and ensure that cost procedures and processes are enforced. Additionally will work with local suppliers and materials personnel. First class day rate, either resident or rotational.

Management Accountant required for Global Oil Service company based in Abu Dhabi.

Reporting to Financial Director, this is an exceptional opportunity for a recently qualified accountant with 2/ 3 years industrial experience.

Excellent tax free salary, plus a host of benefits including accommodation, living allowance, car allowance etc.

M&A Manager for leading oil company. This high profile position calls for a qualified CA, who trained preferably, with a big 4, and has audit and C.F experience. Working closely with senior management and ultimately the main board, this is an excellent opportunity to make an impact at the highest level. International travel involved. Superb entry point to the group, wonderful prospects, salary negotiable, but will be an extremely attractive package.

Accountant/ Commercial Manager required for large oil service company. The role is based in Kazakhstan, and will rotate on a 6/2 basis. Reporting to Group Controller in Aberdeen, the position calls for either a Qualified or QBE candidate who has experience of working internationally. Duties will be a mix of accounting and supporting the commercial activities of the business. Comprehensive international package on offer.

Operations Accountant 12-month contract.  Candidate can be either qualified or QBE.  Duties involve assisting in creating and developing Annual Operations Budget, packages and presentation packages.  Update the Life of Field Opex and Capex forecasts.  Previous similar experience is essential.  Negotiable day rate of around c£400.

We have been retained by our client, a very special charity, to identify someone who wants to be part of a great success story. The role will be all encompassing including the preparation of accounts to final balance sheet and P&L stage ready to give to external Auditors. There are also several staff in the office whom you will work with and encourage. Preparing reports and database management will also be included in your role. Wonderful conditions including 37 days holidays make this a very attractive role where you will have a work/life balance rarely secured in the business community.

Outstanding opportunity for professionally qualified individual with a financial services, banking, fund management or property industries background.  The role requires some UK travel.  Primarily the role will be to assist with property investors including investment audits and property investment process, particularly around the use of hedging products.  Risk assessment and monitoring will also be requirements to fulfil this role.  Superb environment and prospects available to the right professional.

Project/Management Accountant £30k(C) to work with a very successful subsea organisation who are gearing for growth over the next year.  You will be involved with costing, cash flow, management accounts and reporting.  The company are keen to hire someone studying CIMA where they will provide full support.  Dyce area, may have international travel.  Excellent opportunity.  Ref SMC20527.

Exciting new opportunity for qualified accountant to join a very successful organisation with global interests. You will oversee the full accounting function, including supervising junior staff. Produce monthly corporate reports and be focal point for all financial queries. Must have extensive experience including solid man management exposure. SAP essential. Outstanding prospects.