Project Accountant - Michael Page Finance : Job Details

If you're a numbers person who loves seeing the bigger picture - and you're ready to step into a role where your insight genuinely shapes project success - this could be your next adventure. The Project Accountant is a newly created role within a business shaped around culture and making a positive impact

Client Details

This is a business that doesn't just run projects - it delivers outcomes that matter. They work across multiple locations, with each project carrying real-world impact for clients and communities alike. Collaboration is at the heart of how they operate, and they know that strong financial control is the backbone of successful delivery. Here, you'll be part of a culture where your ideas are listened to, and your skills are valued.

Description

As Project Accountant, you'll be the vital link between finance and project delivery teams. Your days will be varied - tracking costs, spotting trends before they become problems, and making sure milestones and cashflows are on point. You'll work closely with Project Managers to set budgets, define KPIs, report on performance, and keep everything moving in the right direction from start to finish. You'll also get to shape processes and reporting tools that make the whole business more efficient.

Expect to be:

• Managing the project cost tracker, structure, and coding in the accounts system
• Designing and embedding new controls for cost allocation and reporting
• Building financial reports that track profitability and highlight risks
• Preparing budgets, forecasts, and cashflow insights with key stakeholders
• Driving improvements in control processes
• Supporting monthly management accounts and flash figures
• Ensuring invoices are raised in line with project milestones and chasing where needed
• Closing out project accounts with full financial reviews
• Working closely with credit control and supporting audits

Profile

A successful Project Accountant should have:

• CIMA or ACCA part qualified or qualified by experience. It is all about your knowledge and experience that matters
• You know your way around management information systems and how to get the best from them
• Comfortable talking finance with both accountants and non-finance colleagues
• Commercially switched-on, proactive, and not afraid to suggest a better way of doing things
• Able to juggle priorities while keeping a close eye on the detail

Job Offer

• Salary up to £50k dependant on experience
• Hybrid working and flexibility where it counts
• A supportive team culture with genuine collaboration between finance and operations
• Opportunities to influence how projects are tracked, managed, and delivered
• The satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to project success