Company Accountant

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de génie civil bien établie recherche un comptable intérimaire pour superviser sa fonction financière. Le poste commence par une période interim de 6 mois, avec une possibilité de devenir permanent. Les responsabilités incluent la production de comptes mensuels, la préparation des comptes de fin d'année, et le suivi des coûts de projet, au sein d'une équipe collaborative avec une direction accessible.

Benefits

Possibilité de poste permanent après la période intérimaire

Travail hybride (2 à 3 jours de télétravail par semaine)

Position de confiance au sein d'une entreprise respectée

Implication stratégique en plus des tâches de comptabilité

Qualifications

• Expérience précédente en comptabilité de projet dans le secteur de la construction ou du génie civil.
• Capacité à gérer une fonction financière de manière autonome.
• Connaissances des systèmes ERP et d'Excel à un niveau avancé.

Responsibilities

• Produire des comptes de gestion mensuels, des budgets et des prévisions.
• Préparer les comptes de fin d'année et collaborer avec des comptables externes.
• Gérer la conformité avec CIS, VAT, PAYE, et autres obligations statutaires.

Skills

Project Accounting

Management Accounts

Reporting Skills

Knowledge of CIS

Job Costing

ERP Systems

Excel

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

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Interim Company Accountant – Civil Engineering

Location: Near Mansfield

Salary: To be discussed on application

Type: Interim (6 months) with strong potential to go permanent once established

Working Arrangement: Hybrid (2 – 3 days from home per week)

Are you an experienced accountant with experience in project accounting? We're working exclusively with a well-established SME civil engineering company based near Mansfield, who are seeking a hands-on Company Accountant to take ownership of their finance function. This role begins on an initial 6-month interim basis, with a view to becoming permanent.

This is a highly trusted, standalone role where you’ll oversee all aspects of the company’s finance function - from day-to-day control to high-level reporting and strategic input. You’ll be working closely with the Directors to support sound decision-making as the business continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cashflow reports
• Lead on year-end accounts preparation and liaise with external accountants
• Maintain compliance with CIS, VAT, PAYE, and other statutory obligations
• Track project costs and profitability, supporting operational decision-making
• Oversee purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control, and payroll
• Perform bank and control account reconciliations, and manage supplier payments

What We’re Looking For:

Essential: Previous experience in project accounting within construction or civil engineering

Strong management accounts and reporting skills

Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA is desirable

Comfortable running a finance function independently

Knowledge of CIS and job costing

High proficiency with ERP systems and Excel

Why Join this Exciting Business?

• Trusted position within a reputable local business
• Mix of hands-on finance and strategic involvement
• Genuine opportunity to go permanent after the initial 6-month interim term
• Collaborative, down-to-earth leadership team