Comptable (H/F)

Join us as we work to unlock the value of offshore wind! JERA Nex bp is a new joint venture between JERA, Japan's largest power generation company, and bp, one of the world's leading energy companies. Established to unlock the potential of offshore wind across the globe, our talented team, exciting pipeline and solid capital commitment give us the potential to become one of the world's most successful offshore wind companies.

We entered the market with a portfolio of operational and development assets, alongside the resources, capabilities and resilience to deliver offshore wind energy at scale.

Why this role matters

You will join the Accounting team and be part of the wider Finance department of JERA Nex bp. The team is made up of approximately 16 people working to deliver high quality and efficient accounting on a local standalone as well as consolidated group level for a multinational organisation.

Why you should join us:

• Dynamic and experienced team with various backgrounds
• Motivated to support JERA Nex bp's offshore wind ambitions
• Exposed to international deployment of renewable energy at a critical time for the energy transition

In this role you will

We are seeking an experienced Accountant to take full ownership of end-to-end accounting for a portfolio of legal entities within the group. This is a hands-on, "a-z" role covering everything from transactional processing through statutory reporting and audit management.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end accounting for assigned legal entities, including invoice posting/payments, accruals, month-end close and reconciliations
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and assist in the preparation of tax returns.
• Manage accounts receivable, cash management, and liquidity planning
• Prepare statutory financial statements in cooperation with local in-country support
• Lead statutory audit management and support group audit requirements for your respective entities
• Identify and drive process improvement and automation opportunities within the accounting function
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls.

Job Requirements

To be successful in the role you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a comparable professional qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• 5+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Strong proficiency in Excel and SAP S/4HANA
• Solid working knowledge of IFRS. Knowledge of German GAAP (HGB) is a plus.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong problem-solving ability and a proactive approach to process improvement/automation
• Experience with VAT and CIT processes is essential
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
• Strong ethical standards and integrity.

What you can expect from us

Working at JERA Nex bp means being part of a global leader in offshore wind, where innovation, collaboration, and sustainability drive everything we do. You'll enjoy:

• A collaborative and inclusive work culture, with space for team-building and social activities
• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home, with regular in-person connection
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development in a fast-growing international company.

As we build our company, we are driven by:

• Care for each other and our world - we leave egos at the door, are inclusive, collaborative and open to new ideas
• A spirit of ingenuity - we are pioneers and innovators making the impossible possible
• A commitment to unlocking value from offshore wind - we aim to make offshore wind sustainable, affordable and accessible to the countries & communities we serve.