Senior Group Reporting Accountant

Job Title: Senior Group Reporting AccountantLocation: Glasgow/PerthRate of Pay: (Apply online only) per day via PAYE Umbrella (inside IR35)Length of Contract: 12 months Description:SSE is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Group Reporting Accountant to join our team in either our Perth or Glasgow Office, working 2-3 days per week in the office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a fully qualified accountant with over 5 years of post-qualified experience in financial reporting or external audit roles, ideally within a plc or relevant industry.Essential Job Specific Skills and Experiences:Fully qualified Accountant with 5+ years Post Qualified Experience in a Financial Reporting or External Audit role, ideally with plc or relevant industry experience.Experience of listed plc reporting and consolidation requirements would be advantageous.Fully up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and corporate governance requirements.Interpretative and analytical skills to assimilate complex issues into reporting and accounting solutions.Continuous improvement approach focusing on process efficiency.Able to manage numerous complex tasks simultaneously.Ability to work independently on complex issues.Personal resilience and drive are essential.Functional and Technical Skills:Chartered Accountant or equivalent.Proficient in MS Office applications.Previous knowledge of Thomson-Reuters OneSource would be advantageous.Highly developed analytical skills.Knowledge of statutory ..... full job details .....