Business Development & Project Accountant

The purpose of the role of Business Development & Project Accountant is to manage the accounting function (bookkeeping and mandatory filings) for specified projects within the company group and outside of group business as instructed by the CEO.

The role will also encompass the financial development of the businesses and the appraisal of prospective acquisitions as the opportunities arise. This role is a diverse role that not only includes accounting but also operational tasks to assist with the smooth running of our group.

Business Development & Project Accountant TASKS:

• Norwegian personal tax returns – preparing for final submission the Personal Tax Returns of our clients working in Norway.
• Norwegian company accounts – preparation for final review and approval for company accounts to be filed in Norway.
• Preparation of client UK personal tax returns, Seafarers tax returns and UK company accounts and corporation tax returns as required.
• Liaison and coordination of the annual accounts for the Binks Group (foreign entities). In this task you will work with our in-country accountants to draft each entity’s year end accounts for final approval meeting the relevant in country deadlines.
• Appraisal of prospective acquisition opportunities to present to CEO. As a business we consider opportunities on their individual merit, to make an informed decision it is imperative that we conduct due diligence on any prospective business (whether with a view to acquiring or developing business with our existing customer base). An element of the role is to complete these appraisals as required.
• Financial development of the group – this aspect of the role is focused on making sure that the processes we use in our financial operations are robust enough so that as we grow, we have full sight of the financials of the company in a clear and concise way and can make decisions quickly if required to develop the business. This may include cash flow analysis, forecasting and using the information we have throughout the company to bring together accurate reports about our financial health.
• Monitor Group company entity accounting records to ensure ongoing accuracy, making corrections where necessary and ensuring accurate monthly reporting.
• Issue and monitor letter of engagements to new clients to ensure correct billing of work.

Other related tasks as directed by the business CEO such as reconciliation exercises and financial process development and monitoring.