IFRS 16- Project Accountant

Sewell Moorhouse Recruitment; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic recruitment agency in Sheffield is seeking an experienced IFRS16 Project Accountant for a 3-month contract. The successful candidate will take ownership of IFRS16 compliance, manage the monthly close cycle, and produce timely financial reports. Strong technical accounting knowledge and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment are essential. Offering a competitive salary of £60,000-£65,000.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical accounting knowledge.
• In-depth understanding of IFRS 16 and experience applying it in a commercial setting.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Leading the end-to-end delivery of IFRS16 compliance across the group.
• Managing the monthly close cycle for lease accounting, including journal preparation, reconciliations, and disclosures.
• Producing accurate and timely financial reports and supporting analysis.
• Partnering with stakeholders across the organisation and engaging with key clients.
• Driving process improvements and identifying opportunities to enhance reporting efficiency.
• Supporting audit and compliance requirements related to lease accounting.

Skills

Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Strong technical accounting knowledge

In-depth understanding of IFRS 16

Experience in a fast-paced, project-driven environment

Strong analytical skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Self-starter with a can-do attitude

Experience with US-GAAP (desirable)

Experience of IFRS 16 within not-for-profit organisations

Job description

Sewell Wallis is currently recruiting for an experienced and commercially minded IFRS16 Project Accountant to join a fast-paced, forward-thinking organisation based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, on a 3-month Contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified Project Accountant with strong technical expertise in lease accounting and financial reporting to take ownership of a high-profile project. The role will suit someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working autonomously, and has a proactive, hands-on approach.

What will you be doing?

• Leading the end-to-end delivery of IFRS16 compliance across the group.
• Managing the monthly close cycle for lease accounting, including journal preparation, reconciliations, and disclosures.
• Producing accurate and timely financial reports and supporting analysis.
• Partnering with stakeholders across the organisation and engaging with key clients.
• Driving process improvements and identifying opportunities to enhance reporting efficiency.
• Supporting audit and compliance requirements related to lease accounting.

What skills are we looking for?

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical accounting knowledge.
• In-depth understanding of IFRS 16 and experience applying it in a commercial setting.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Strong analytical skills and confident in using financial reporting tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - able to build relationships across all levels.
• Self-starter with a can-do attitude and the ability to think outside the box.
• Experience with US-GAAP is desirable but not essential.
• Experience of IFRS 16 within not-for-profit organisations

What's on offer?

• Salary of £60,000- £65,000
• Be a part of a meaningful organisation

Apply below or contact Jenny for more information.