Job description:

The role will have a mix of deliverables between accounting and support to reporting activities. Analyst will ensure business transactions are accounted either automatically or manually in line with the standard global and/or statutory processes as well as Shell and external accounting guidelines or to build accounted numbers into standard reports. He/she will work collaboratively with colleagues in R&A and their peers from other processes where operational excellence or data integrity impacts on the R&A delivery.

This role will support special projects within Report and Analysis Process and within the immediate team using the skills and knowledge of the individual to drive improvement and support implementation of global standards. He/she will be a member of team (~7 staff), reporting to Senior Team Manager.
 
Accountabilities:

• Fixed assets accounting activities for Italian non operated entity,

• Update of production, depreciation and reserves data based on information received from engineers,

• Update and sense check of Asset History Sheet,

• Perform review of assets under construction in cooperation with engineer and cost controller,

• Perform appropriate activities and postings for assets’ disposal and retirement,

• Keep updated assets master data

• Support Group and Statutory reporting as well as preparation of Management Information,

• Perform appropriate adjustments within assets area for statutory purposes,

• Keep updated master file with operators’ costs as per budgets, billings and cash calls from operators,

• Create new WBSes as per operators’ billing,

• Record entries within GL module in SAP and NextGen,

• Monthly review of manual journals posted directly into ERP,

• Perform Balance Sheet accounts reconciliations in Blackline tool,

• DIE calculation and check – perform analytical review of realized and unrealized DIE,

• Check for time-writing completeness,

• Collect the inputs and conduct monthly VM huddles,

• Documentation and submission of Revenue Transparency,

• Provide necessary reports for Value Erosion Review and Impairment exercises,

• Run Balance Carry Forward reconciliation on annual basis,

• Prepare documentation and analysis for auditors within the area of responsibility,

• Execute SOX controls, ensure operational and design effectiveness of the controls over financial reporting within the area of responsibility,

• Perform provisions control (reconciliation between SAP and provisions listing, checking for correctness and investigation for any discrepancies),

• Perform supplementary control (check for completeness and correctness of supplementary data entered into Report 1),

• Prepare receivable aging for Report 1 submitter,

• Initiate and lead process improvements within the area of responsibility,

• Resolve and escalate issues timely and effectively,

• Act as an effective team player and actively participate in backup structure,

• Comply with team, Shell Business Operations, process and global policies and procedures,

Perform other assigned tasks in a timely, very precise and accurate manner.

Requirements:

• at least 2 years of experience in finance or accounting area,
• very good command of English,
• good understanding of accounting processes,
• very good working knowledge of Word, Excel and MS Outlook,
• experience in using a major ERP system such as SAP,
• excellent analytical and problem solving skills,
• precise and detail oriented,
• excellent communication skills as well as interpersonal and relationship building skills,
• ability to work with virtual teams, across cultures and time zones,
• ability to work in a rapidly changing and demanding environment,
• adherence to processes, policies and procedures
• a pro-active attitude, curiosity to learn.

Number of Vacancies:

• Meaningful work in a company that is universally respected as a truly global energy leader (one of the world’s biggest companies according to Fortune Global 500)
• Unique opportunity to fulfill your potential with personal and professional development programs
• Work in a smart and motivated team within a supportive and inclusive culture with strong values
• Attractive salary and bonuses
• Complex medical care and individual life insurance
• Sports programme & facilities e.g. Multisport Benefits Card, vouchers for free time activities
• Good atmosphere at work and comfortable working environment: own canteen and a few relax rooms
• Opportunity to participate in social and community projects