Financial Accountant (Maternity Cover)

Ensuring Chart’s Success…

Exciting Opportunity for a Financial Accountant - 15 Month Fixed Term Contract.

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join our finance team. In this role, you will support the Financial Controller in all aspects of group and statutory reporting, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and SOX controls. You will also collaborate with project controllers on financial planning and analysis while contributing to accurate and timely financial reporting. If you are a qualified accountant with a passion for financial accuracy and collaboration, this role offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity.

Who Are We...

Chart Industries is a leading global manufacturer of highly engineered equipment servicing multiple applications in the clean energy and industrial gas markets. In 2023 Chart Industries acquired the Howden Group, and the entire group is now represented in over 40 countries worldwide with over 11,700 employees. Our vision is to enable the vital processes of our customers and thereby promote a more sustainable world. Learn more about us at www.chartindustries.com.

Howden is a leading global engineering business who focus on providing mission critical air and gas handling products to our clients, helping them to increase their environmental and operational efficiencies. We recognise the value of people and truly believe that by working together, aligned to a common purpose, we all have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference.

What Will You Do...

• Group & Statutory Reporting: Assist with the preparation of monthly financial and management reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards and company policies.
• Group Reporting in OneStream: Take ownership of weekly, monthly, and quarterly submissions through OneStream, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Cash Forecasting: Prepare weekly cash forecasts, working closely with the Shared Services Centre (SSC) to ensure accurate and reliable projections.
• Forecasts & Budgets: Assist in the preparation of company forecasts and budgets, contributing to the financial planning and analysis process.
• Audit Support: Provide assistance to internal and external auditors by gathering relevant information and answering queries.
• Statutory Accounts: Prepare statutory accounts in compliance with UK GAAP/FRS102, ensuring financial statements are accurate and compliant.
• SOX Compliance: Ensure SOX controls are adhered to and maintain sufficient documentation to support compliance efforts.

What Do You Bring...

• Qualifications: You are a qualified accountant with post-qualification experience, possessing a strong knowledge of US GAAP and FRS102.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with the ability to manage and analyse large data sets efficiently. Experience with MS Dynamics AX or a similar ERP system is desirable.
• Project Accounting: Previous experience with percentage of completion and project accounting is an advantage, as well as VAT compliance for both UK and overseas operations.
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong communication skills and the ability to interact with different departments and stakeholders, facilitating smooth financial processes across the organization.
• Time Management: Ability to work to tight deadlines and manage conflicting priorities effectively.
• Problem-Solving & Judgement: You have a keen ability to exercise professional judgement and make sound financial decisions, particularly in high-pressure situations.

What You'll Experience...

• Collaborative Environment: Work closely with various departments, including SSC and project teams, gaining exposure to a wide range of financial activities and initiatives.
• Professional Growth: Expand your skills in financial reporting, VAT compliance, SOX controls, and project management, all while working within a dynamic, global company.
• Challenging Work: Take on a key role in financial reporting and project management, where your attention to detail and analytical skills will be crucial in delivering under tight deadlines.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to the improvement of financial processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all finance-related tasks.

How Do We Operate...

This is a 15 month Fixed Term Contract working 37 hours per week. We offer hybrid working for this role which will allow you to enjoy the balance of home working and collaboration time with the team in our modern offices which include free onsite parking.

In Return, we offer a range of fantastic benefits:

• A flexible and supportive work environment.
• Generous holiday entitlement package totalling 33 days.
• Howden Pension Plan with up to 7% employer contribution through Scottish Widows.
• Healthcare cash plan with Healthshield.
• Access to My Howden Benefits & Wellbeing Portal – Cycle2Work programme, range of discounts across various retailers, wealth of information to support health & wellbeing.
• Group Life Assurance plan at 3x salary.
• Opportunity to be involved in our ESG ‘Bright Future’ initiatives – STEM ambassador & volunteering.
• Dedicated Help@Hand Service – Free Counselling, Physiotherapy, financial support etc.
• Training & Development Opportunities.

Chart is an equal opportunity employer...

The Company intention in respect of recruitment, selection and promotion is to appoint the most suitable candidate for each job regardless of that person’s race, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age or disability.