International Accountant and Internal Auditor

RSK Group plc

Helsby, Frodsham

The RSK Group is a dynamic, multidisciplinary environmental consultancy and services provider servicing a wide range of property, manufacturing, oil, gas and energy clients.  Since 1989, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and retain talented people. Working for RSK is an opportunity to evolve as a professional, to innovate and to make a difference.

Our success is founded on the talent of our employees, so we recognise the importance of personal growth, encouragement and earned rewards. As a company, we want you to share in our achievements and we want to be a conduit for your success.

The Group now has 1800 Employees spread across 70 offices, including 20 offices in Mainland Europe and 4 in the Middle East. Due to recent company expansion and continued growth plans through acquisition and organic growth we are looking to recruit an ambitious individual to join the team in a newly created role to assist with the ongoing growth and challenges that RSK has set itself.  This is a key hire and will provide vital ongoing support and guidance to the business. The position will be challenging and varied giving the successful candidate a great opportunity to travel and fully utilise their finance and business skills.

International Accountant and Internal Auditor – Helsby, Cheshire with frequent UK and International Travel

This is a busy challenging opportunity reporting to the Group Finance Director providing financial support and advice to the International businesses in the Group and also developing and then delivering an Internal Audit function.  This role will encompass:

• International Financial Support
• Assisting International directors with understanding their financial data
• Reviewing KPI data with local management
• Assist with identifying improvements in financial performance and working capital management in the International businesses
• Documenting financial policies & procedures across the RSK Group plc
• Provide advice on improvements in procedures and controls
• Develop Internal Audit scope and annual plans
• Perform and control the internal financial audit cycle
• Offering advice and guidance to staff and providing training as necessary
• Reporting on the Internal Audit Process monthly to the Group Finance Director
• Report to the Audit Committee Annually
• Work with newly acquired companies to align them with the RSK Policies & Procedures

Desired Experience

CCAB Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA) with experience of working in an internal audit role. Experience of working in Industry, particularly in a professional services business an advantage.

Skills

• High proficiency with IT systems with advanced Excel skills and experience of working with databases
• Personable and confident 
• European Language skills an advantage
• Self-motivated, self-starter
• Able to work independently, to one-off deadlines and regular timetables
• Able to review, understand and accurately document business processes
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Able to deal comfortably with all levels of staff and management
• Confident to develop an internal audit programme
• Ability to manage and review large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports
• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations
• High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
• Sound independent judgement
• Pragmatic, commercial approach

Salary and benefits: 

• £competitive
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, childcare vouchers and private health care
• Regular training and career development 

All candidates applying for positions with RSK Group must be eligible to work in the UK/European Economic Area. Candidates should confirm this when applying with their CV and covering letter to Sarah Murphy, HR Manager.

We operate an open and relaxed management culture that nurtures continuous improvement and innovation. This also enables us to achieve a staff turnover rate that's consistently below the industry average. Adopting a proactive growth strategy helps us to run a sustainable and profitable business while providing new and exciting career opportunities for all.

The company prides itself on providing its staff with a rewarding and challenging career, encouraging Continuous Professional Development, allowing employees to reach their full potential. Having been recently placed within the top 10 UK environmental consultancies (Environmental Analyst, December 2016) and number 42 in the Sunday Times Fast Track 200 which rates the success of private companies in the UK, there has never been a more exciting time to join. 

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer