Project Accountant

ASA Recruitment; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public sector body in Scotland is seeking an experienced Project Accountant to support the financial delivery of a major transformation initiative. The ideal candidate will have a CCAB or CIMA qualification, with over 5 years in senior financial management, strong skills in governance and reporting, and a solid understanding of public sector finance practices. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact within a values-driven organisation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in senior-level financial planning and management.
• Hands-on experience applying HM Treasury Green Book guidance and the Five Case Model.
• Experience in mentoring or training others in business case development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the project's budget and financial forecasts.
• Design and implement financial reporting and monitoring mechanisms.
• Prepare high-quality financial reports and analysis for senior stakeholders.
• Contribute to the assessment of financial risks and benefits.

Skills

Financial governance

Reporting

Business case development

Public sector procurement

Contract finance

Communication

Report writing

Microsoft Office

Education

CCAB or CIMA qualification

Degree-level qualification or equivalent

Tools

Financial software

Job description

Bring Your Expertise to a High-Impact Public Sector Project

A leading public sector body is seeking a qualified and experienced Project Accountant to support the financial delivery of a strategic transformation initiative. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your skills in financial governance, reporting, and business case development within a values-driven organisation making a difference across Scotland.

You'll be at the forefront of a major project, helping to ensure financial integrity, strong value for money, and alignment with public sector best practices.

Key Responsibilities
As the Project Accountant, you will:
Develop and manage the project's budget and financial forecasts
Design and implement financial reporting and monitoring mechanisms in line with corporate requirements
Reconcile financial data, resolve discrepancies, and ensure data integrity
Prepare high-quality financial reports and analysis for senior stakeholders
Support the Full Business Case (FBC) across all five cases (Strategic, Economic, Commercial, Financial, and Management) using HM Treasury Green Book methodology
Define financial and contractual arrangements with suppliers
Contribute to the assessment of financial risks, benefits, and value for money

Essential Skills & Experience
We're looking for someone who offers:
CCAB or CIMA qualification
5+ years' experience in senior-level financial planning and management
Strong understanding of public sector procurement and contract finance
Hands-on experience applying HM Treasury Green Book guidance and the Five Case Model
Excellent communication and report writing skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial software
A degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience

Desirable Attributes
Experience in mentoring or training others in business case development using Green Book methodology
A forward-thinking mindset with ideas to improve financial management and reporting practices

Interested?
If you're a results-driven finance professional who thrives in complex project environments, we'd love to hear from you.

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland's largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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