Project Accountant - Drive Financial Strategy & Project Profit

Career Moves Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services firm in London seeks a dynamic Project Accountant to join their finance team. This role involves driving financial strategy, overseeing project budgets, and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with experience in project accounting, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. Join a collaborative environment where you will contribute to the success of high-profile projects and help enhance financial systems within the firm.

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified accountant with relevant accreditation.
• Experience in project accounting within professional services.
• Proficient in Excel for financial modelling and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budgets and forecasts for projects from initiation to completion.
• Process and track project financial changes, ensuring data integrity.
• Prepare forecast vs. actual reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Manage invoicing and revenue recognition aligned with project progress.

Skills

Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA)

Proven experience in project accounting

Strong understanding of project costing, WIP, and margin analysis

Advanced Excel skills

Familiarity with project accounting systems

High attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Sage

Deltek

Job description

A leading professional services firm in London seeks a dynamic Project Accountant to join their finance team. This role involves driving financial strategy, overseeing project budgets, and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with experience in project accounting, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in Excel. Join a collaborative environment where you will contribute to the success of high-profile projects and help enhance financial systems within the firm.