Project Accountant

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

Job summary

Vanrath is seeking a qualified Project Accountant to own the finance and workforce systems across multiple sites in the UK. You will lead system implementation, configuration, training and continuous improvement to ensure accurate, well-controlled data and efficient processes.

You will work with finance, payroll, HR and operations teams, require ACA/ACCA/CIMA or CIPFA, and bring experience with enterprise systems and advanced Excel to deliver robust reporting, dashboards and system enhancements.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA.
• Experience with finance, payroll, workforce management or enterprise systems.
• Experience leading system implementation, configuration or enhancements.
• Strong data validation, reporting and change-management skills.
• Experience training staff and non-technical users.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and roll-out of key finance and workforce systems.
• Configure, maintain, upgrade and test systems to ensure data quality.
• Be the main contact for system-related queries and support.
• Gather requirements and translate them into system solutions.
• Develop user guidance and training materials.
• Deliver ongoing training and support to managers and staff.
• Monitor data quality, controls and MI across systems.
• Develop dashboards and key performance reports.

Skills

Financial analysis

Change management

Training delivery

Data validation

Strong communication

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Power Query

XLOOKUP

ERP 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 systems
• Experience 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.