Project Accountant

As a Project Accountant you will be motivated and detail‑driven to support the financial and operational management of our projects. You’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate project setup, financial tracking, and ongoing coordination between finance and project teams. This position is well‑suited to someone who enjoys working with both numbers and people, and who takes pride in keeping projects running smoothly to allow key decision makers to make informed choices. Responsibilities Set up new projects in the ERP system, ensuring all financial structures, coding, and budgets are correctly entered Maintain and update project records to reflect contract changes, extensions, or scope adjustments Maintain the accuracy of relevant accounting systems through the timely processing and management of purchase invoices Track key project milestones and support regular reviews of project financials Produce accurate and timely ad‑hoc reports on project financials, including cost tracking, budget utilisation, and revenue forecasting Support the project lifecycle by ensuring systems and documentation are kept up to date Assist with project invoicing, timesheet tracking, and month‑end processes Process and maintain supplier invoices and supplier ledgers Identify missing data and coordinate with relevant parties to quickly resolve issues Contribute to improvements in financial and operational processes related to project delivery Support the wider finance team across various tasks Essential Requirements Experience in a finance or accounting role, ideally with exposure to project environments Strong Excel and data‑handling skills Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work collaboratively with finance, operations, and delivery teams Experience of working with different stakeholders who have differing priorities across a business environment Comfortable handling multiple priorities and meeting deadlines Working towards an AAT qualification preferred Desirable Requirements Experience of working in the professional services industry and/or a multidisciplinary consultancy Benefits Day One Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement Death in service cover Centrally based City offices Hybrid working environment (flexible work) Protected CPD (Department, individual and company wide) Professional Body membership contribution Enhanced Company pension Career progression framework and development, including two defined promotion windows annually E Learning portal access Non‑contractual growth bonus scheme After Probation and Beyond Loyalty Leave (Continuous Service Accrued Annual Leave up to 5 days) Vitality Health Care – Private Medical Insurance Discounted Gym membership Discounts and perks – Amazon Prime, Free Odeon Cinema tickets, Apple benefits and Café Nero Employee Assistance Program – including Financial and Mental Health support from external expertise BUPA Cash Plan Employee Assistance Program – including Financial and Mental Health support from external expertise Cycle to work scheme Equal Opportunity Statement As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobsoid Inc.