Accountant (UK)

Our Core are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….

People.    

Planet.      

Product.

Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.

We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move into the more sustainable world.

Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—across race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and background—and we are dedicated to creating a culture of equity and belonging. Our hiring practices are rooted in fairness and integrity, focusing solely on an individual’s abilities, contributions, and potential. We strive to ensure that every employee and candidate feels seen, heard, and valued as they grow with us.

About the role:

Location: Aberdeenshire

Hours: Full-time

The role of Accountant will provide Accounting support to the TIC (Testing, Inspection and Certification) division, working alongside the Europe Controller in maintaining accurate financial records across the Group's European trading entities. The role is responsible for general ledger integrity, month-end close activities and balance sheet reconciliations, working closely with the wider finance team to ensure reporting deadlines are met.

You'll gain exposure to multiple entities, work closely with colleagues across different regions, and play an important role in supporting the financial performance of the business. Whether you're newly qualified or qualified by experience, you'll have the chance to broaden your skills, contribute to process improvements, and grow alongside a collaborative team that genuinely values development.

About the team:

You will be joining a dedicated and collaborative team. As our Motive team continues to expand, our finance team plays an integral role in supporting the business's financial health and smooth operations.

You will also be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment. 

Responsibilities:

People

• Adopt and promote the Company People Values ensuring they are demonstrated in all aspects of the role.
• Act as a positive ambassador for both C-Kore and Motive Offshore Group. 
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders. 
• Prepare and review project cost reports with commentary
• Coordinate and support local TIC team to achieve reporting deadlines
• Lead and develop local C-Kore (TIC) team.

Planet

• Lead by example in setting the highest possible standards in the promotion of People Values, HSEQ procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance to the Motive Offshore Group HSEQ Policy, procedures, standards and regulatory obligations.
• Immediately report all accidents, incidents, near misses or environmental concerns
• Adhere to and participate in company-wide sustainability policies, procedures and initiatives as they are developed to support our Net Zero objectives.

Product

• Maintain the general ledger for allocated entities, ensuring transactions are accurately coded and posted.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals and prepayments as part of the month-end close process.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Support the Europe Controller in preparing monthly management accounts, including variance analysis against budget or reforecast.
• Assist with the preparation of intercompany reconciliations, liaising with other entity accountants to clear variances.
• Support the annual budget and reforecast process, providing data and analysis as required.
• Assist with the preparation of quarterly Group VAT returns.
• Support external auditors with requested information and documentation during the annual audit process.
• Monitor debtors and creditors ageing and assist with resolving overdue balances.
• Assist with weekly and monthly cashflow reporting as required.
• Understand key contract terms to use in forecasting 
• Provide early indication of key risks and opportunities through understanding of contracts 
• Proactively identify and suggest process improvements within areas of responsibility.

Required skills / knowledge:

• Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ICAS), or qualified by experience.
• Experience of month-end close processes, journal preparation and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Experienced and competent user of Sage200, Sicon and Excel.
• Ability to work autonomously while knowing when to escalate.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidential information.
• High levels of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to foster effective working relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Must have the ability to work on their own or as part of a team

What we can offer you:

Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.

People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.

Alongside this, you'll get:

(* Received upon successful completion of probation)

• Enhanced Annual Leave - 34 days holiday per annum
• Employer Pension contribution
• Healthcare Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme 
• Life Assurance equal to 3 x salary
• Long Service Awards
• One days paid leave per year for volunteering to support a charity
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Gym Membership*
• Electric Car Scheme*
• Eligibility for a Costco membership*

How to Apply & what happens next:

You’re happy and ready to apply? Great, thank you.

You can apply by sending us a CV with any supporting documents telling us why you’d like to work with us at Motive Offshore Group.

We want to find great people and learn more about you as a person, ensuring we all have a positive recruitment journey. So please, tell us more about you, however you’d want.

Once we’ve reviewed your application, we’ll be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on the next stages of the process. If you have any questions about the role or want to chat about what life is like at Motive Offshore Group, email us at recruitment@motive-offshore.com.