Cost And Assurance Accountant

NRL Recruitment; Risley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Cost & Assurance Accountant to support a nuclear infrastructure programme in Risley. This hybrid role involves managing cost assurance, supporting payment applications, and preparing for audits. The ideal candidate has a background in cost accounting and strong Excel skills. Join a fast-paced environment where precision and collaboration are key to project success.

Qualifications

• Background in cost accounting, project finance, or cost engineering.
• Experience in regulated or project-based environments.
• Ability to work across multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost assurance and financial governance for projects.
• Support applications for payment and supplier invoicing.
• Prepare for audits and contribute to annual financial statements.
• Collaborate with project teams for alignment.
• Work with data and spreadsheets for accuracy.

Skills

Cost accounting

Strong Excel skills

Financial data handling

Project finance

Cost engineering

Proactive mindset

Job description

Overview

Cost & Assurance Accountant — Birchwood Park, Warrington | Hybrid Working | 12-Month Contract (Inside IR35)

Own the numbers. Influence delivery. Make your mark.

We're recruiting for a Cost & Assurance Accountant to support a high-profile nuclear infrastructure programme. This is a chance to step into a complex, regulated environment where your financial expertise directly impacts project delivery.

You'll be part of a team driving large-scale engineering projects forward — ensuring cost accuracy, contract compliance, and audit readiness across the board. It\'s hands-on, fast-paced, and critical to success.

What you\'ll be doing

• Managing cost assurance and financial governance across multi-million-pound projects
• Supporting applications for payment, supplier invoicing, and subcontractor cost tracking
• Preparing for client audits and contributing to annual financial statements
• Collaborating with project teams, resourcing, and commercial functions to keep everything aligned
• Working with data, spreadsheets, and cost databases to ensure accuracy and transparency

What you\'ll bring

• A background in cost accounting, project finance, or cost engineering
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data
• Experience in regulated, engineering-led, or project-based environments
• A proactive mindset and the ability to work across multiple deadlines

This is a role where precision matters, collaboration is key, and your input shapes outcomes. If you\'re looking for a contract that challenges you, rewards attention to detail, and puts you at the heart of something big — we\'d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch to learn more.

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