Project Accountant

Ardmore Construction; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known construction company based in London is seeking a Project Accountant to manage financial transactions and reporting for various projects. This hybrid role requires strong accounting skills and experience in the construction industry. Responsibilities include performing monthly cost accruals, supporting project sites with financial queries, and attending review meetings. A competitive benefits package and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme

Medical Cover

Competitive holiday allowances

Competitive pension scheme

Life Assurance

Professional membership fees support

Staff referral scheme

Cycle to work scheme discounts

Retailer and Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounting roles, preferably in construction.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process and report financial transactions accurately.
• Support sites with financial performance reporting.
• Attend Project Review Meetings to provide financial insights.
• Assist in monthly VAT calculations.

Skills

Qualified or studying towards CIMA or another professional accountancy qualification

Experience working within a Finance Department

Strong Excel skills

Experience working within the construction Industry

Job description

Ardmore have been at the forefront in delivering hundreds of major projects across London. Some of our iconic projects include the Corinthia Hotel, Old War Office restoration and the Ned.

We build homes, offices, hotels, schools, medical centres, parks, playgrounds - every facility our great city needs. And we do it with passion. With sensitivity. With style!

The Role of the Project Accountant

The role of the Project Accountant will be the primary interface between sites and the finance function, working to ensure transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner. The role plays an important part in ensuring the commercial and financial reports reflect the performance of the projects accurately.

This role will be based at our Head Office in Islington and will be a Hybrid role that will consist of 3 days in the office and 2 days at home.

Main Responsibilities:

• Carry out monthly cost accruals and journal postings
• Process contract sales transactions and undertake credit control for invoiced works and retention
• Assist sites in monthly reporting on the financial performance of the projects
• A point of contact for site to get help and support; investigate and resolve queries relating to the processing of costs and value
• Supporting and working with sites to ensure they follow corporate process and procedures
• Attend monthly Project Review Meetings and provide management with insight into the key aspects of the financial performance of the projects
• Undertake monthly VAT calculations for projects
• Assist in compiling information for external auditors

We're Looking For:

• Qualified or studying towards CIMA or another professional accountancy qualification
• Experience working within a Finance Department
• Strong Excel skills
• Experience working within the construction Industry is highly desirable

Example of Company Benefits (Dependent on role level)

• Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme
• Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered) - Dependent on role level
• Competitive holiday allowances, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 29 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service), Day off on your birthday also included!
• Competitive pension scheme to help you for when you retire
• Life Assurance (Paying 4* your salary)
• Relevant professional membership fees paid and continued support with your professional growth and Learning
• Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500
• The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms

Equal Opportunities: Ardmore are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy or maternity.

Reasonable adjustments: We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using if you require any reasonable adjustments to complete your application.