Associate Project Accountant: Lead Budgets & KPIs

The ERM International Group Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global environmental leader is seeking a motivated Project Accountant to join their Northern Europe Business Unit in the UK. This role involves overseeing financial support to Project Managers, managing a project accounts support team, and analyzing project costs. The ideal candidate will be part-qualified in accounting and demonstrate strong communication and analytical skills. This position offers a collaborative environment and the opportunity for professional development.

Qualifications

• Part-Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA) or BSc in finance.
• Experience in a large people-based organization.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial support to Project Managers and Partners.
• Oversee the project accounts support team.
• Manage project set-up and reviews.
• Conduct reconciliations of project variances.
• Support project managers with invoicing and AR management.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong business acumen

Attention to detail

Pro-active self-starter

Advanced excel skills

Excellent analysis and problem-solving skills

Good organisational skills

Strong team player

Education

Part-Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA)

BSc in finance

Qualified by Experience

Tools

GMS

Excel

Job description

A global environmental leader is seeking a motivated Project Accountant to join their Northern Europe Business Unit in the UK. This role involves overseeing financial support to Project Managers, managing a project accounts support team, and analyzing project costs. The ideal candidate will be part-qualified in accounting and demonstrate strong communication and analytical skills. This position offers a collaborative environment and the opportunity for professional development.