Project Accountant

Vanrath; Bangor; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanrath is seeking an experienced Project Accountant in the Bangor area to lead the implementation and ongoing optimisation of core finance and workforce systems. You will drive configuration, testing and enhancements while ensuring accurate, well‑controlled data across multiple sites.

You will partner with finance, payroll, HR and operations teams to define requirements, deliver training and develop user guidance.

Qualifications

• ACCA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA qualification required.
• Experience with finance, payroll, workforce management or enterprise systems.
• Experience leading system implementation, configuration or enhancement projects.
• Strong testing, data validation, issue resolution and change management skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query and XLOOKUP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and roll-out of key finance and workforce systems.
• Manage system configuration, maintenance, upgrades, testing and enhancements.
• Act as the main point of contact for system-related queries and support requirements.
• Gather user and business requirements and translate them into effective system solutions.
• Plan and coordinate system testing, upgrades and implementation activity.
• Investigate system issues, data discrepancies and reporting exceptions.
• Work with external providers to resolve technical issues and deliver system improvements.
• Develop user guidance, process documentation and training materials.
• Deliver training and ongoing support to managers, staff and system users.
• Monitor data quality, system controls and the accuracy of information flowing between systems.
• Develop and improve management information, dashboards and key performance reports.
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve system efficiency.
• Support change management and ensure new processes are embedded across the organisation.

Skills

Systems implementation

Data validation

Change management

Training staff

Advanced Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or CIPFA qualified

Tools

Pivot Tables

Power Query

XLOOKUP

ERP/Finance systems

Job description

Are you a qualified accountant with a strong interest in systems, data and process improvement? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing multi-site organisation and take ownership of key finance and workforce systems.

As Project Accountant, you will lead system implementation, maintenance, user training and continuous improvement initiatives, helping teams work more efficiently while ensuring accurate, reliable and well-controlled data.

Salary / Benefits

• Salary: £65,000-£85,000
• Lead high-impact systems implementation and improvement projects
• Work across finance, payroll, HR and operational teams
• Act as the subject matter expert for key business systems
• Opportunity to shape processes, reporting and user experience across a multi-site organisation
• Details of additional benefits available upon application

About your next employer

Your next employer is a growing organisation operating across multiple sites, with a large workforce and complex operational requirements. The business is investing in its systems, data and reporting capabilities and is seeking a Project Accountant to support the successful delivery and long-term development of its finance and workforce technology.

This is a systems-focused role involving implementation, configuration, maintenance, testing, training and continuous improvement. You will work closely with internal teams, operational managers and external software providers to ensure systems are effective, user-friendly and aligned with business requirements.

About you

• Qualified Accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA
• Experience working with finance, payroll, workforce management or enterprise systemsExperience supporting or leading system implementation, configuration or enhancement projects
• Strong understanding of system testing, data validation, issue resolution and change management
• Experience delivering training and support to staff and non-technical users
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP and data analysis techniques

What you'll do

• Lead the implementation and roll-out of key finance and workforce systems
• Manage system configuration, maintenance, upgrades, testing and enhancements
• Act as the main point of contact for system-related queries and support requirements
• Gather user and business requirements and translate them into effective system solutions
• Plan and coordinate system testing, upgrades and implementation activity
• Investigate system issues, data discrepancies and reporting exceptions
• Work with external providers to resolve technical issues and deliver system improvements
• Develop user guidance, process documentation and training materials
• Deliver training and ongoing support to managers, staff and system users
• Monitor data quality, system controls and the accuracy of information flowing between systems
• Develop and improve management information, dashboards and key performance reports
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve system efficiency
• Support change management and ensure new processes are effectively embedded across the organisation

Successful applicants may be required to satisfactorily complete pre-employment checks, including references and right-to-work checks, in line with the client or agency's recruitment policy.