1. Lead technical accounting for a global energy trading powerhouse.
2. Apply your IFRS expertise where finance meets innovation.
About Our Client
A leading global player in the energy markets, actively driving the transition to sustainable power through innovative trading and risk management solutions.
Job Description
3. Lead, coach, and develop a team of accounting professionals across the UK and Germany
4. Provide expert advice on complex IFRS and technical accounting matters (e.g. IFRS 9, 10, 15, 16, IAS 37, IAS 2)
5. Assess and support accounting treatments for new trading products, acquisitions, and investment projects
6. Develop, refine, and implement accounting policies and principles to support business innovation
7. Partner with senior finance leadership to influence strategic and operational decisions
8. Coordinate group-level IAS/IFRS topics to ensure consistency across the organisation
9. Support quarterly financial statement preparation under IFRS and HGB, including evaluation of commodity contracts and provisions
10. Act as the main contact for auditors, ensuring clear communication and accurate responses to technical queries
11. Lead and deliver internal accounting projects to enhance processes, controls, and reporting quality
12. Provide accounting assessments and solutions for new business approvals and complex transactions
The Successful Applicant
13. Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field
14. Strong technical knowledge of IFRS (HGB exposure advantageous)
15. Experience in derivatives, financial instruments, or complex transaction accounting
16. Proven ability to interpret and apply accounting standards to new products and business models
17. Demonstrated leadership experience, managing and developing a small team
18. Skilled in project management, with the ability to balance priorities and deliver results
19. Analytical and solution-oriented mindset, with attention to detail and accuracy
20. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills across all levels
21. Advanced proficiency in English (German is an advantage)
22. Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to take on new technical challenges
23. Experience in the energy, trading, or financial services sectors is desirable
What's on Offer
24. Opportunity to shape accounting policy and principles within a global trading environment
25. Exposure to complex, high-value transactions across multiple international markets
26. Leadership of a skilled, collaborative team in a supportive culture
27. Direct influence on strategic finance and business decisions
28. Hybrid working model - typically three days per week in Swindon, with some travel to Germany
29. Competitive base salary (~£90k) plus discretionary annual bonus (0-50%, 20% paid last year)
30. Double-matched pension contribution (5% employee / 10% employer)
31. Exceptional maternity and paternity leave policies
32. Comprehensive health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
33. Strong focus on career development, learning, and progression
34. Inclusive, international working environment connecting teams across Europe, Asia, and the US