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 6 months.

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 advantageous
Good communication skills
A close eye for detail

If you would like to be considered for this position, please submit your CV to craig.mackenzie@aaajobs.co.uk or call 01224 259425 to find out more.

Fantastic opportunity to join expanding Oil services company working with group FD. This newly created role will offer the successful candidate great career development and genuine opportunity. Candidate should be 5+years post qualified and have experience in a dynamic growing business. Would suit someone genuinely keen in developing his or her career. Call us today on 259409 or email gus.porter@aaajobs.co.uk

Dynamic, driven, hands on, ambitious …some of the word used by our client to describe the type of person they currently seek. At least 2 years post qualified working in industry. If you feel your job is going nowhere and prospects seem a long way off? Then call in today and find out why this opportunity may be exactly what you are looking for! Call us today on 01224 259409 or email gus.porter@aaajobs.co.uk

Arguably the most exciting opportunity of the year so far. If you are studying ACCA or CIMA and approaching your finals then this could be what you're looking for.
Our city centre oil related clients are looking for talent to develop within their organisation. Working in a truly 'International environment, this is a genuine career opportunity. Find out more call Gus Porter on 259409 or email gus.porter@aaajobs.co.uk

Our prestigious client have a vacancy for an Internal Auditor, reporting to the Group Compliance Manger. The successful individual will be responsible for performing regular audits of the operating business units.
Key Responsibilities and Tasks required for the initial Internal Auditor role of the Finance Development program:

· Plan and conduct audits across the global business, including the evaluation of financial and operational controls, business risks and management processes and procedures.
· Ensure locations are in compliance with company policies and standards
· Provide recommendations on systems and procedures under review plus ongoing monitoring of management's responses and implementation of agreed actions
· Present clear and concise reports to Business Unit Directors and senior corporate management
· Follow up on agreed action plans
· Periodic analysis of risk reports from business units
Ad hoc projects in a variety of areas


Personal Attributes:

Candidates should be professionally qualified accountants and preferably experienced within the oil and gas industry; they should have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Candidates should be capable of working on their own initiative as well as part of a team. They should be flexible in their approach to work and must have the ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organisation.

Although the vacancy is based in Aberdeen, the role will require the individual to travel to overseas locations.

For more details please call Stuart McWilliam on 01224 259401 or email stuart.mcwilliam@aaajobs.co.uk

Financial Reporting Manager - Europe. Our Client, a very successful oil and gas business based in Central Europe, is looking to increase the depth of their Finance team. Qualified CA with 3-5 years post qualified experience either in the oil and gas industry or with O&G audited clients. Must be able to speak Swedish or be of Swedish origin. This will be a reporting role and has tremendous prospects. Six figure salary with outstanding benefits.

Our client is looking for an experienced payroll individual to come in and work in a diverse position with a fantastic chance to progress. Extensive payroll experience is essential, and supervisory experience and marine background are hugely advantageous.

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:

Check payroll information received and action accordingly.
Check and process expenses.
Ensure correct approvals amp; authorisations are in place prior to actioning payments.
Audit payroll reports to ensure that all information has been correctly input into the payroll system.
Produce payslips and ensure that they are posted to all employees prior to payment.
Provide monthly reports for HR, Administration and Accounts
Deal with any payroll queries.
Keep filing up-to-date.
Arrange holidays out with payroll cycle to ensure smooth completion.
All activities to be performed in accordance with the Company Operating Procedures.
Ensure own Roles and Responsibilities are edited and updated as required

The Candidate requirements:

Payroll experience essential
SAP Payroll experience beneficial

Our client requires an experienced credit controller to collect overdue accounts on behalf of the company in a customer focussed way, reducing the DSO while at the same time delivering an excellent service to its customers

 Duties are to include, but not restricted to:

•  To meet collection targets
• To complete accurate DSO and Past due detail reports
• To agree extended credit arrangements with customers where necessary
• To optimise profitability by participating in best working practises
• To transform the culture from “reactive debt chasing” to “proactive credit control”

 The Candidate requirements:

• Experience in a similar role essential
• Experience working for large organisations
• Oil industry experience
• Computer literacy
• ICM member or studying preferred

Our client, a CA firm requires a Payroll Assistant to come in and assist the team. Currently they run over 60 payrolls ranging from 1 to 75 employees so anyone with similar experience is highly recommended to apply. Currently the role can be done on a part or full time basis.

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:
All elements of Payroll including starters and leavers, SSP, SMP, SPP, Pay amendments and other ad-hoc work as and when required.

The Candidate requirements:
Previous Payroll experience essential
Good IT knowledge

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

To carry out the main tasks detailed below with the minimum of supervision to allow Finance Manager and Finance Director to concentrate on monthly accounts production.

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:
Reconciliation of key Balance Sheet Accounts as at year end, calculating required correction entries and preparing journal for posting.
Preparing report for Finance Manager on areas of weakness identified whilst carrying out the above.
Assisting in the production of monthly management accounts in terms of preparing and posting various accrual and prepayments etc.
Maintaining financial records held outside the ledger system (e.g. Fixed Asset Register).
To assist in the compilation of the audit file for the external auditors.
To provide basic level of financial advice and support to Finance Department colleagues and Business Unit Managers.
To assist the Finance Manager with other duties as required.

The Candidate requirements:
Experience in a similar role necessary
Excellent IT skills
Good communication skills
Part qualified candidates preferred

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

Our client requires an experienced Accounts Assistant to work approximately 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday, afternoons only. The role will initially be a on a two week temporary basis before leading to a permanent position. They are looking for the candidate to have considerable experience in the creation of fairly complex invoices, and they will also have to man the reception.

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:

• General Book-keeping
• Invoicing
• Collating Expenses
• Manning Reception

The Candidate requirements:

• Previous experience in a similar role beneficial
• Strong invoicing experience
• Experience in developing complex invoices
• A strong working knowledge of Sage required

Our client requires an experienced Payroll candidate to assist them with all elements of the payroll function.

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 3^rd parties

Entering holiday forms wage adjustments

Dealing with SSP, SMP and all other statutory elements

The Candidate requirements:

Earnie experience preferred

Payroll experience essential

Our client has a temporary requirement for an Accountant to assist with the general running of the function.

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:

Monthly review of departmental costs

Enter monthly departmental accruals

Review timewriting by staff

Run monthly departmental cost allocations

Prepare annual draft departmental budget sheets

Assist with annual budget preparation

Reconcile monthly the General Ledger

Prepare inter-company settlements

Assist in the preparation of various governmental returns

The Candidate requirements:

At least 2 years experience in a similar role

Professional qualification preferred

MS Office, SAP experience

To provide Project support to the Finance team, especially the Financial Controller, the Planner and the Onshore Repairs Co-ordinator

Duties are to include, but not restricted to:

·Receiving and logging purchase orders
·Expediting goods and associated paperwork
·Receiving and analysing weekly timesheets
·Preparing billing summaries as invoice back up
·Checking third party invoices for accuracy and completeness
·Closing out work orders
·Checking details and raising sales invoices
·Filing sales invoices in numerical order, and pursuing any late or missing invoices
·Liaising with employees, suppliers and customers

The Candidate requirements:
Previous experience in a similar roleAbility to deal with multiple tasks, and work to strict deadlines
Work well as part of a team, and on own initiativeStrong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Demonstrated ability to ask questions and seek clarification when answers are not clear
Good communication skills; ability to effectively communicate with employees and customers at all levels
Moderate to advanced skill and proficiency with Microsoft Office software products, especially Excel
Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding both Company and employee-related sensitive information
Clean, current, full driving licence would be an advantage
Excellent organisational skills.Team player with good communication/interpersonal skills
Ability to work in a complex, challenging environment and on own initiative

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

OUTSTANDING OPPORTUNITY FOR FIRST STEP INTO INDUSTRY.

An outstanding opportunity has arisen with a service company local to Aberdeen. Our client is a customer-focused company providing a specialist range of equipment and services to the oil and gas industry. A challenging environment and a great place to cut your teeth within industry is some of the unique selling points our client has to offer. This particular opportunity will certainly suit someone looking to make a move from within the Accountancy Profession who has ambitions of developing and progressing within industry to Finance Manager/Controller level and beyond. Opportunities will also arise out with Aberdeen as our client seeks to build their already substantial market share abroad.

Excellent opportunity for experienced banking/treasury professional. The role will involve daily banking of cash booking, cash payment, foreign exchange and currency dealing. Due to high values, bank reconciliation and treasury work will be critical. Maternity cover for one year, city centre organisation with very attractive offices and parking. Superb chance to work in an international company and deal with multi-currency transactions.

Outstanding opportunity within a company that provides market leading occupational healthcare services to the North Sea Oil and Gas industry. This role offers challenge, great experience, tremendous environment and job security. Key responsibilities include implementing new and improving processes in all financial output, improving impact on service delivery, ensuring the AP and AR teams are running accurately, preparation of monthly financial reports, variance reporting and contract / tender preparation. Experience within an Oil and Gas service company and contract payroll is essential.

Fantastic senior finance position with a well established and reputable city centre company.  This organisation is a non oil and gas company and is an ideal opportunity for candidates looking to move away from the energy sector.  Suitable applicants ideally will be ACCA / CIMA finalists or at least be currently studying towards this.  Also must have previous experience in managing an accounts team.  Must also be highly motivated and have the ability to support and encourage others.

Outstanding opportunity with one of the world's leading designers and manufacturers of offshore drilling and production equipment.  Currently looking to employ an Inventory Accountant, our client is looking for candidates that have previous experience in Manufacturing Costing or Inventory Accounting. This is an essential requirement for all applicants. Excellent position within a reputable company. 

Fantastic city centre opportunity with a market leading offshore drilling contractor. Our client is looking for a Cost Analyst for a six month contract. Excellent rate of pay. Suitable candidates will ideally have experience in well costing. Responsibilities include:

Report actual well costs against forecasted well costs weekly, and report final wells at the end of each well

Capture all well costs on a daily basis

Ensure that all invoices are coded to the correct project and allocated the correct sub-level codes

 Reconcile usage of material, services and bulks upon completion of each well

Provide audit information as required.

Fantastic ongoing temporary position with a world leading engineering and construction company for the Oil and Gas industry.

Our client are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant.

Responsibilities include

Day to day processing of supplier invoices

Troubleshooting invoice issues and queries in conjunction with the business

Answering Supplier and internal customer queries to exacting deadlines and via a formal call logging and escalation process

Posting a small number of manually approved invoices where necessary

Reviewing and auditing of Supplier statements and taking remedial action where necessary

Experience:

Previous Accounts Payable experience necessary

Ability to work as part of a dynamic team

Ability to work to strict deadlines

Excellent communication skills

Assistant Accountant required for city centre Accountancy Practice.

My client is seeking a part qualified Assistant Accountant on a permanent basis. The ideal Candidate will have experience of Practice Taxation process and year-end accounts.

This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in a rapidly expanding practice who are firmly focussed on internal progression.

Salary £21,000 - £25,000 depending on experience

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

City Centre Accountancy practice requires a permanent Assistant Accountant.

My client currently requires an Assistant Accountant to join the Audit team in city centre. Practice background preferred but not essential. Ideal Candidates will have started their ACCA qualification, all levels of which will be considered.

This is an opportunity to join a reputable company with the view very much focused on career progression. 

Salary £20,000 - £25,000 depending on level of qualification and experience.

37.5 hours Monday to Friday.

Accountancy Recruitment Associate required for Aberdeen based Consultancy. £highly competitive + bonus + benefits.

Position Summary:

Pivotal opportunity to manage & developing key Accountancy clients and candidates both nationally & internationally
Successful identification, selection & placements of candidates within the Accountancy field
Working to meet demands of clients and candidates to ensure utmost professionalism in all practices.
Varied role with positive challenges and the opportunity to progress.

Applicants:

Accountancy recruitment experience
Ability to develop a business unit
Working with individuals nationally and internationally
Dedicated, conscientious with the customer at the heart of all business practices

Environment:

Professional
Empowering
Innovative
Passionate
Expanding
Stable
Offering career prospects

Financial Controller required for global service company. Job is based in Russia. Responsible for group of companies. Strong preference for Qualified Accountant who is fluent in Russian.

Finance Director required for very successful privately owned company based north of Aberdeen.

Reporting to and working closely with the MD, the successful candidate, in addition to having responsibility for finance, will also be involved in strategic development of ambitious growth plans.

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.

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.

Our Fyfe based Client is looking to appoint an experienced Accountant who will take responsibility for assisting the Finance Manager with all cashflow forecasting, costing, debtor management and producing monthly management info. This role would suit a QBE with several years experience in a manufacturing environment. Supervisory experience will also be required to fulfil this role. Superb opportunity to work with a multi-industry market leader.

Excellent opportunity for experienced banking/ treasury professional.  The role will involve daily banking of cash, cash payment, foreign exchange and currency dealing.  Due to high values, bank reconciliation and treasury work will be critical.  Maternity cover for one year, city centre organisation with very attractive offices and parking.  Superb chance to work in an international company deal with multi-currency transactions.

Outstanding opportunity for recently qualified CA looking to make a move to Industry.  The role will include the preparation of financial plans, budgets and forecasts, consolidation reporting and preparing accurate management information to business units.  Reporting to the Financial Controller, this will be an excellent environment for you to grow and develop in your financial career.

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.

Project Cost Controller required to work with an Oil Services Company. The role is to provide financial support to the team in terms of budgets, forecasts and ETCs. Also to assist with overhead controls and cash management. You will work closely with the Project Managers therefore must have very good communication skills. Salary outstanding.

Outstanding opportunity to work with a market leading oil Service Company in Aberdeen. This is a senior position and works closely with the finance manager. With a global remit it includes managing corporate bank accounts, identifying currency exposures and controlling bank guarantees and bond facilities. You will also prepare cash flow and quarterly reports.
Must be fully qualified in one of the professional accounting fields (CA, CIMA or ACCA), have treasury experience and be looking for a challenging and real career development.