Project Accountant

Grafton Group; England; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Project Accountant to oversee project financials and system integration. The role requires a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and knowledge of project management principles. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, lead finance technology initiatives, and ensure effective stakeholder communication. This position offers an opportunity to drive continuous improvement within the finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and principles.
• Track record of leading or supporting finance technology transformations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and ERP systems.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead initiatives for system integration and financial uniformity.
• Drive standardisation and automation of financial processes.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with project teams.
• Prepare and deliver concise reports and presentations.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Financial technology transformation

Microsoft Office suite

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

ACA or equivalent professional qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Project Accountant- Clondalkin, Dublin 22

Company:

Part of Grafton Group Plc, Chadwick's Group and MacBlair are market leaders in the builder’s merchanting industry in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. The core business comprises the Builders Merchants division which main brands include Chadwick's, MacBlair, Cork Builders Providers, Davies and Telford's. In addition, through organic growth and acquisitions the Group have established a range of brands which are close to the core but offer a uniquely different range of products. These include Heiton Steel, Panelling Centre, Morgans Timber, Proline, Sitetech and HSS in the Republic of Ireland and Woodfloor Warehouse and Doorways in Northern Ireland.

Position Summary:

The Project Accountant occupies a pivotal role within the organisation, acting as the financial steward for multiple projects and serving as a liaison between project teams, finance, and IT. This position is uniquely tailored to finance professionals with a keen interest in project management, system integration and continuous process improvement. The Project Accountant will be responsible for overseeing project timelines, driving improvements in financial processes and ensuring the successful & timely integration of financial systems across project platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

• System Integration & Technology Enablement
• Support and lead initiatives related to the integration and uniformity of financial systems to ensure seamless data flow and accurate reporting.
• Act as a key point of contact between finance, IT, and project teams for system upgrades, migrations and new implementations.
• Design and document system workflows and recommend enhancements to maximize system capabilities and user experience.
• Conduct user acceptance testing, troubleshoot integration issues, and provide training and support for end users.
• Maintain data integrity across all project accounting platforms.
• Process Improvement & Change Management
• Identify, develop, and implement opportunities for process improvements across the finance team.
• Drive standardisation and automation of processes, leveraging technology to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Document best practices, create process maps, and deliver training to project and finance staff on newly implemented procedures.
• Monitor compliance with internal controls and recommend enhancements to strengthen the control environment.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and change adoption within the finance function.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with project teams, finance, IT, and other cross-functional teams.
• Lead project planning meetings, providing financial guidance and scenario analyses as required.
• Prepare and deliver clear, concise reports and presentations for both financial and non-financial audiences.
• Respond promptly to queries from internal stakeholders and external auditors as related to project financials and systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline. ACA or equivalent professional qualification is required.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and principles.
• Track record of leading or supporting finance technology transformations.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, Outlook etc) and ERP systems, with experience optimizing these tools.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.) is highly desirable.
• Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; able to explain complex financial concepts to a non-financial audience.
• High degree of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.
• Exposure to change management initiatives and demonstrated ability to adapt to dynamic business environments.