We are currently seeking a high calibre professional to join our Finance department as Financial Accountant (Wholesale). The role will support the financial accounting for a Prax Petroleum Limited and a supervisory oversight of the P2P and O2C activities. Reporting to the Wholesale Controller, the postholder's key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

Work in close partnership with the London office and the offshore teams to prepare the mass balance and month end inventory
Ensure timely review and close of month end accounts receivable and accounts payable ledgers, intercompany and prepayment account reconciliations
Support review and analysis of monthly cost accruals
Support preparation of monthly reporting packs and understand key underlying business trends to support continuous financial and operational improvement
Support timely VAT return submission
Support the Head of Industrial & Commercial UK Downstream to prepare budgets and forecasts
Support the annual audit process and liaising with external auditors
To actively participate in driving forward best practice and to provide support and encouragement to the members of the offshore team
Other ad-hoc finance related duties

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) preferred
Experience in management accounting or financial accounting activities preferable
Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel
Strong General Ledger system skills, experience in SAP B1 is desirable.
Ability to meet demanding deadlines and adapts to business needs
Excellent time management/organisational and multi-tasking skills
Possess strong analytical skills
Strong communication skills
Flexible and adaptable in approach