Project Accountant and Technology Lead

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary reviews

Pension contribution

Salary sacrifice

Annual leave

Health insurance

Life assurance

Membership fees

CPD & career development

Hybrid work

Cycle to work

EV benefit

Onsite parking

Job summary

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a highly professional organisation for a Project Accountant & Technology Lead in Sherborne. Hybrid working available after probation, with a salary around £50,000 negotiable, based on experience.

Role blends technical accounting expertise with AI and process-improvement initiatives across finance and compliance. You’ll lead strategic projects, implement AI-driven solutions, and drive continuous improvement while balancing hands-on accounting

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• At least 3 years’ relevant finance experience.
• Experience delivering system improvements or finance transformation projects.
• Genuine interest in AI, automation and emerging technologies.
• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills.
• Excellent organisational and project management abilities.
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Lead AI and technology solutions across finance and compliance functions.
• Drive automation of manual processes to improve efficiency.
• Manage technology projects from planning through testing and implementation.
• Liaise with software providers and internal stakeholders.
• Deliver training and ongoing support to colleagues.
• Support the preparation and review of management accounts, VAT returns, year-end statements, and audit files.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Qualified Accountant status (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Project Accountant & Technology Lead

Location: Sherborne (Hybrid Working Available Following Probation)

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30 am – 5.15 pm

Salary: c£50,000 negotiable and dependent on experience

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly professional organisation seeking a Project Accountant & Technology Lead.

This is a unique opportunity for a qualified accountant who combines strong technical accounting expertise with a genuine passion for technology, artificial intelligence and continuous improvement. You’ll play a pivotal role in transforming finance operations, leading strategic projects, implementing AI-driven solutions and helping shape the future direction of a successful private office.

This role offers an exceptional career path with the opportunity to progress into a Senior Management position.

The Role

Working closely with senior finance professionals, you’ll support a broad portfolio of accounting, reporting and compliance activities while taking ownership of technology and process improvement initiatives across the business.

You’ll become the organisation’s internal champion for AI and emerging technologies, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, automate processes and enhance reporting capabilities.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys balancing strategic project work with hands‑on accounting responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Technology, AI & Process Improvement

• Lead the implementation of AI and technology solutions across finance and compliance functions.


• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve operational efficiency.


• Manage technology projects from planning through testing and implementation.


• Liaise with software providers and internal stakeholders.


• Deliver training and ongoing support to colleagues.


• Drive a culture of continuous improvement across the organisation.

Financial Reporting

• Support the delivery of high-quality financial and wealth reporting.


• Review reporting information before submission.


• Prepare loan schedules, asset statements and supporting documentation.


• Monitor loan and mortgage repayment schedules.


• Assist with investment reporting, reconciliations and asset revaluations.


• Contribute to ongoing development of investment reporting systems and databases.

Company Secretarial & Compliance

• Maintain statutory records and corporate registers.


• Prepare and submit Companies House filings and other regulatory returns.


• Ensure ongoing compliance with corporate governance requirements.

Finance Support

• Support the preparation and review of:


• Management accounts


• VAT returns


• Year-end financial statements


• Audit files


• Assist with accounting for pension schemes and property investment entities.


• Ensure financial reporting complies with relevant tax and governance obligations.

About You

We’re looking for someone who can combine technical expertise with commercial thinking and a passion for innovation.

You’ll ideally have:

• Qualified Accountant status (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).


• A minimum of three years’ relevant finance experience.


• Experience delivering system improvements or finance transformation projects.


• A genuine interest in AI, automation and emerging technologies.


• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills.


• Excellent organisational and project management abilities.


• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills.


• High levels of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information.


• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.


• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively.


• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

What’s On Offer?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a supportive organisation that genuinely invests in its people.

• Benefits include:Competitive salary with annual salary and bonus reviews.


• 10% employer pension contribution.


• Salary sacrifice pension scheme.


• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.


• Individual BUPA healthcare.


• Life assurance (4x salary).


• Payment of professional membership fees.


• Ongoing CPD and career development.


• Hybrid working following successful probation.


• Cycle to Work scheme.


• Electric vehicle benefit scheme.


• Free onsite parking.

Closing date is 5th September 2026

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are operating as an employment agency on behalf of its client.