Technical Accountant

Summary:As the Technical Accountant at South East Water, you are the subject matter expert on complex accounting issues. You will research, interpret, and apply complex accounting standards (IFRS and UK GAAP) to ensure regulatory compliance. In this role, you will develop internal accounting policies and manage complex transactions. You will provide technical accounting advice under IFRS and UK GAAP to group companies, ensuring adherence to all relevant accounting standards, stock exchange regulations, and company law. You''ll be part of a small team that produces financial statements for the group consisting of eight companies. You''ll also act as the primary contact for external auditors on technical accounting issues, review accounting disclosures for technical accuracy, and implement new accounting standards across the organisation.You will be required to keep up to date on changes to accounting standards and other relevant regulations, advising management on changes that may be required to financial reporting and associated processes and procedures. You will also be expected to become very familiar with Ofwat''s Regulatory Accounting Guidelines in order to advise on any differences in treatment. Additionally, you will act as a key adviser to senior management, working as part of the Finance department.Main responsibilities:Research and apply IFRS/UK GAAP to new business initiatives and transactions, preparing technical accounting papers as appropriate including ..... full job details .....