Financial Controller

HAVE YOU GOT SPIRIT?  Succeeding in today’s energy landscape requires collaboration, agility and the courage to challenge established ways of working. At Spirit Energy, we are redefining what good looks like in mature basin operations — focusing on safe, responsible asset stewardship, value maximisation and the delivery of an orderly energy transition.  Achieving this requires a broad mix of skills, experience and perspectives. Our people are central to how we operate — bringing curiosity, accountability and pragmatism to complex technical and commercial challenges. If you are ready to take the next step in your career with a forward‑thinking team committed to doing things better and differently, we would like to hear from you.  THE OPPORTUNITY – FINANCIAL CONTROLLER  Responsible for leading financial accounting, statutory reporting, and audit processes while maintaining robust financial controls and governance, managing working capital and tax compliance, supporting consolidation activities, and delivering clear financial insights to stakeholders including the Audit Committee.  Location: Aberdeen Duration: 2-year contract Contract Type: PAYE Day Rate: TBC - For your application to be progressed, please ensure you provide a PAYE day rate banding expectation .  Please only apply if you have existing right-to-work in the UK. Please outline notice period/availability to start. Spirit Energy currently have a non-contractual hybrid working arrangement for all office-based workers. 4 days must be worked in the office with compulsory days being Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The fourth day worked in-office (either Monday or Friday) is of the worker’s choosing but should be in keeping with what is most efficient and effective for their team. The office is open 5 days a week for full time, in-office working if this is the contractor’s preference.    AND NOW FOR THE TECHNICAL BIT… In role, you will be required to:  Team Leadership Lead and develop the accounting team, driving performance and capability Provide financial insight and updates to the Audit Committee to support decision-making Oversee delivery of financial accounting, ensuring accurate application of accounting standards and policies Ensure full compliance with legislation, agreements, and company standards  Financial Close & Reporting Oversee the month-end, half-year and year-end close process, including: Joint Venture (JV) accounting, A&R and consolidation. Integrity reviews with stakeholders Delivery of P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow reporting Completion of monthly financial controls Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting across all areas  Audit & Statutory Reporting Own all statutory and regulatory reporting, including audit coordination and shareholder reporting Deliver all financial accounting, including judgments and application of accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP) Ensure balance sheet integrity and high-quality financial reporting Provide financial reporting to shareholders under IFRS and German GAAP Oversee and coordinate statutory audits, half-year and year-end judgment papers, and audit issue logs Review statutory accounts Support the Group Annual Report process, including tax disclosure coordination  Working Capital & Tax Manage and optimise working capital including inventory, JV billings, accounts receivable/payable Ensure proper G&A allocation following international tax regulations and JV agreements Support tax compliance, planning, and monthly tax entries  Consolidation & Legal Entity Management Oversee consolidation of financials, including intercompany and investment eliminations Manage statutory playback to align SAP data with statutory accounts Support IFRS16 accounting and ERP+BPC reconciliation for system alignment  Financial Controls & Governance Ensure a robust financial controls framework aligned with shareholder requirements is managed and maintained Ensure balance sheet integrity, financial controls, and data governance through adherence to the company’s control framework  Financial Systems & Data Management Own financial data governance and ensure integrity of financial information Drive continuous improvement in controls, focusing on efficiency and risk-based approaches Oversee SAP master data governance and improvements (e.g. WBS, cost centres, hierarchies) Coordinate User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system changes Ensure systems effectively support financial reporting and business needs  Other responsibilities Apply and manage the Spirit Energy Delegation of Authority (DOA) and Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) frameworks Provide financial expertise and updates to the Audit Committee Interface with shareholder teams and support corporate accounting teams Provide advice on financial accounting matters Maintain effective communication and coordination with external auditors (e.g., Deloitte) Deputise for the Finance Director Any other associated duties as reasonably req