Project Accountant

Lanpro; Norwich; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy in Norwich is seeking a motivated Project Accountant to manage project finances and ensure accurate reporting. You will support project setup and assist with invoicing and documentation. The ideal candidate has a background in finance, strong Excel skills, and exceptional attention to detail. This position offers a hybrid work environment and various generous benefits including health insurance and a growth bonus scheme.

Benefits

Non-contractual growth bonus scheme

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Hybrid working environment with flexible hours

Vitality Health Care - Private Medical Insurance

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably with exposure to project environments.
• Experience working with stakeholders with differing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Set up new projects in the ERP system, ensuring all financial structures, coding, and budgets are correct.
• Maintain and update project records to reflect contract changes, extensions, or scope adjustments.
• Track key project milestones and support regular reviews of project financials.
• Produce accurate reports on project financials, including cost tracking and budget utilization.

Skills

Strong Excel and data management skills

Excellent attention to detail

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to handle multiple priorities

Education

Working towards AAT qualification

Job description

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About Lanpro

Lanpro is a fast-growing, unique, and rewarding environment. Through its agile team and comprehensive service, it has facilitated growth nationwide across Cambridge, London, Norwich, Manchester, Edinburgh, and York.

Our multidisciplinary proposition spans planning, architecture, arboriculture, ecology, archaeology and heritage, masterplanning, landscape architecture, geomatics, and urban design.

We foster a culture that offers a variety of projects, recognition of success, continuous professional development, and collaboration across different professions.

We are proud to support the delivery of some of the largest solar and battery storage schemes in the UK and Europe. Our strong pipeline includes opportunities in energy, residential, and infrastructure sectors. We promote a diverse, entrepreneurial environment that encourages innovation and professional growth.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential and are committed to helping you reach yours.

About The Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Accountant to support the financial and operational management of our projects. You will be responsible for ensuring accurate project setup, financial tracking, and coordination between finance and project teams. This role is suitable for someone who enjoys working with numbers and people, and takes pride in keeping projects running smoothly to enable informed decision-making.

What The Role Includes

• Set up new projects in the ERP system, ensuring all financial structures, coding, and budgets are correct.
• Maintain and update project records to reflect contract changes, extensions, or scope adjustments.
• Track key project milestones and support regular reviews of project financials.
• Produce accurate and timely reports on project financials, including cost tracking, budget utilization, and revenue forecasting.
• Support the project lifecycle by keeping systems and documentation up to date.
• Assist with project invoicing, timesheet tracking, and month-end processes.
• Identify missing data and coordinate with relevant parties to resolve issues promptly.
• Contribute to improvements in financial and operational processes related to project delivery.
• Support the wider finance team with various tasks.

Essential

• Experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably with exposure to project environments.
• Strong Excel and data management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to collaborate effectively with finance, operations, and delivery teams.
• Experience working with stakeholders with differing priorities.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Working towards AAT qualification is preferred.

Desirable

• Experience in the professional services industry and/or a multidisciplinary consultancy.

Benefits

As a valued employee of Lanpro, you can expect to be well taken care of. Our standard benefits include:

• Non-contractual growth bonus scheme
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement
• Loyalty leave (up to 5 days of accrued annual leave)
• Hybrid working environment with flexible hours
• Centrally located city office
• Vitality Health Care - Private Medical Insurance
• Enhanced company pension
• Death in service cover
• BUPA Cash Plan
• Protected CPD (department, individual, and company-wide)
• Access to E-Learning portal for ongoing development
• Professional body membership contribution
• Career progression framework with two promotion windows annually
• Discounted gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Perks and discounts (Amazon Prime, Odeon Cinema tickets, Apple benefits, Cafe Nero)
• Employee Assistance Program including financial and mental health support