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Our client, an independent oil & gas operator is currently seeking a Business Planning & Joint Venture Accountant to join their team. The role is located in Aberdeen, will be on a permanent (staff) basis and offers a hybrid working arrangement (4 days office / 1 day home) ROLE Support business planning activities and provide accurate joint venture accounting, ensuring compliance with company policies, joint operating agreements, and UK regulations. The role focuses on delivering reliable financial information, supporting the Finance Manager in planning processes, and maintaining strong relationships with JV partners RESPONSIBILITIES \n • Support the annual UK business plan process by preparing documentation and analysis for review and approval by the Finance Manager and department heads., • Perform joint venture accounting activities, including the monthly JV billing process, AFE (Authority for Expenditure) approvals & supplements, partner forecasts, and Finance Committee materials., • Prepare monthly internal P&L and balance sheet reviews for submission to the Finance Manager., • Ensure timely and accurate accounting and maintenance of the books of accounts in line with accounting standards and company policies., • Prepare partner reporting, including quarterly reporting of actuals vs forecast & budget, quarterly reforecasting, and the annual JV partner budget, in consultation with relevant departments., • Coordinate annual JV (partner) audits by providing information, analysis, and support to ensure findings are minimised and compliance is maintained., • Assist in financial modelling, forecasting, and economic analysis for business development opportunities as directed by the Finance Manager. • The UK oil and gas sector operates within a highly regulated framework. Changes to taxation, licensing, or environmental rules can directly impact JV economics and planning. This role supports the Finance Manager in monitoring developments and ensuring financial data reflects regulatory changes.\n • Multiple JV partners may have different priorities or risk appetites. This role contributes accurate reporting and timely information to help maintain alignment and efficient decision-making.\n • Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance., • Qualified Accountant (professional body or equivalent experience)., • Previous, relevant experience in Oil and Gas, including joint venture accounting, with knowledge of UK legislation and experience working with a UK operator., • Experience of financial and tax modelling in the Energy industry is an advantage., • Self-starter - able to work independently and take initiative., • Analytical thinking - applies logic to solve problems and deliver accurate outputs., • Communication - able to prepare clear reports and communicate financial data effectively., • IT - proficient in SAP, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and thrive in a period of growth & complexity, • Ability to manage competing priorities whilst meeting deadlines

Our client, a major independent E&P company, is currently hiring a Business Planning & Joint Venture Accountant (Staff) in Aberdeen. Qualified Accountant (professional body or equivalent experience).

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Group Accounting Manager to work within a new established Operator business and be involved in developing policy and procedure, and come in with fresh ideas. A staff role with 38 days holiday per annum and 3/2 hybrid working and car parking. It would suit candidates who are currently working in a Team Lead/Senior Accountant within an Operator business or who have perhaps 10 years experience within the "Big 4" but have a preference to move over into Industry. The Group Accounting Lead is responsible for providing technical accounting leadership across the Group. Acting as the focal point for accounting policy and advice, the role ensures compliance with statutory, shareholder, and financing requirements, while supporting high-quality financial reporting and external audits. The position plays a critical role in maintaining strong governance, consistency in accounting treatment, and robust financial controls across the Group. Main duties & responsibilities: • Act as the Group’s focal point for accounting policy, technical accounting advice, and interpretation of accounting standards • Ensure delivery of shareholder reporting requirements and related disclosur • Support the monitoring and compliance with bank covenant requirements • Lead the delivery of Group statutory accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timeliness • Support and coordinate external audits, acting as a key point of contact for auditors • Draft, maintain, and update Group accounting policies and internal accounting papers • Provide technical support to finance teams across the Group on complex or judgmental accounting matters • Ensure consistent application of accounting policies across all Group entities • Contribute to continuous improvement of financial reporting processes and controls What we are looking for: Qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CA or equivalent) • Strong technical accounting knowledge (IFRS and/or relevant local GAAP) • Proven experience in Group reporting and statutory accounts preparation • Experience supporting external audits and working with auditors • Exposure to bank covenants, financing arrangements, or shareholder reporting • Experience drafting accounting policies and technical papers Attributes People are our business worldwide Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables