Your newpany
Hays are currently recruiting for a well-established organisation within the energy sector who is seeking a Financial Accountant to join its finance team on a 6‑month contract. The business has a strong reputation for operational excellence and ismitted to continuous improvement, collaboration, and high‑quality financial reporting. This role offers excellent exposure to a dynamic industry and the opportunity to work within a supportive, forward‑thinking finance function. Hybrid working is available, supporting a balanced and flexible working environment.
Your new role
As a Financial Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation through its year‑end reporting cycle. You will take ownership of statutory accounts preparation, audit support, and technical accounting tasks, ensuring accurate and timely financial information.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Prepare statutory financial statements in line with relevant accounting standards
2. Support the external audit process, providing schedules, evidence, and explanations as required
3. Produce accurate month‑end and year‑end journals, including accruals, prepayments, and adjustments
4. Assist with group reporting, consolidation activities, and internal reporting deadlines
5. Maintain and enhance financial controls, ensuringpliance with internal policies
6. Prepare audit working papers and year‑end supporting documentation
7. Analyse financial data to support decision‑making and provide insight to management
8. Contribute to process improvements across the financial reporting cycle
What you'll need to succeed
9. A recognised accounting qualification or working towards (CA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent experience
10. Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in financial reporting
11. Previous exposure to year‑end processes and external audit
12. Excellent analytical skills with a methodical, detail‑focused approach
13. Confident working with financial systems and advanced Excel skills
What you'll get in return
14. Hybrid working arrangement
15. Excellent exposure to the energy industry and senior finance stakeholders
16. Opportunity to develop technical accounting skills in a supportive environment
17. A varied role offering professional growth and valuable contract experience