Senior Project Accountant – Lead Finance for Major Projects

James Fisher and Sons plc; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Career development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Global operations exposure

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons plc is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to lead financial performance, governance, and commercial insight across a diverse project portfolio. You will head two Project Accountants and a Cost Controller, partnering with senior stakeholders across Finance, Project Management, Procurement, Engineering, Treasury, Tax, and Governance.

Based in Westhill, Inchinnan, or Knutsford with hybrid working, the role reports to the Head of Project Financial Management and focuses on

Qualifications

• Qualified professional with ICAS/ACCA/CIMA credentials.
• Experience in project-based environments (engineering, manufacturing, or similar).
• IFRS 15 familiarity is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Project Accountants and Cost Controllers.
• Oversee budgets, forecasts, and Earned Value for a portfolio of high-value projects.
• Deliver IFRS 15-compliant revenue recognition and reporting.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across Finance, Project Management, Procurement, Engineering, and Governance.

Skills

People management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Excel skills

ERP systems experience

Education

ICAS, ACCA or CIMA qualified

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Glovia

Job description

James Fisher and Sons plc is seeking a Senior Project Accountant to lead financial performance, governance, and commercial insight across a diverse project portfolio. You will head two Project Accountants and a Cost Controller, partnering with senior stakeholders across Finance, Project Management, Procurement, Engineering, Treasury, Tax, and Governance.

Based in Westhill, Inchinnan, or Knutsford with hybrid working, the role reports to the Head of Project Financial Management and focuses on