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 manage...