Project Accountant

Astute Financial; Burton upon Trent; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Burton upon Trent seeks an experienced Project Accountant to manage project finances and ensure compliance with UK GAAP. The role involves month-end closing, financial forecasting, and working closely with stakeholders for effective financial insight. Candidates must be fully qualified accountants with 5 years of post-qualification experience and advanced Excel skills. Familiarity with SAP and project accounting in manufacturing or engineering sectors is preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• 3+ years of experience in project accounting, preferably within manufacturing or engineering sectors.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Month-End Closing for projects.
• Manage POC accounting treatments under UK GAAP.
• Forecast cashflow and provide variance analysis.

Skills

Communication skills

Excel skills

Business partnering

Analytical skills

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Project Accountant

Burton-on-Trent

£55,000 – £60,000 depending on experience

Working closely with the Head of FP&A, Project Managers, and senior stakeholders, this role is responsible for project-related financial activities, including accurate month-end closing, compliance with UK GAAP, and supporting strategic decision-making.

The Project Accountant is accountable for managing project finances, ensuring robust reporting and analysis, challenging performance, improving forecasting, and partnering with teams to deliver financial insight.

Key responsibilities:

• Month-End Closing for projects
• Run initial revenue recognition process in SAP and review anomalies
• POC accounting treatments under UK GAAP
• Post intercompany accruals and adjustments
• Project Financial Management: monitoring project profitability and investigate unusual trends
• Forecasting & analysis, projecting cashflow and providing variance
• Close AP, AR, materials ledger, and timesheets in SAP
• Business Partnering: working closely with varied stake holders, monitoring performance, cost-to-complete, and forecasting accuracy

Qualifications and Experience:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience
• 3+ years of experience in project accounting, preferably within manufacturing or engineering sectors
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP
• SAP project reporting desirable; strong Excel skills essential
• Ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
• Strong business partnering and communication skills

Please apply with your CV.