Project Accountant

We are currently recruiting for a Project Accountant on behalf of a large and respected organisation in the housing sector. This is a 2 year fixed-term role ideal for an accountant with strong business process improvement or project experience with a track record of driving process improvements. You’ll play a key role in reviewing and enhancing financial systems, reporting processes, and cross-functional collaboration.

THE JOB

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance, you will lead and support initiatives aimed at streamlining financial procedures, enhancing reporting capabilities, and preparing the organisation for a new finance system. This role involves extensive stakeholder engagement and offers the chance to contribute to long-term operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the review and improvement of finance systems and processes
• Scope and document requirements for a new finance system
• Deliver training to finance staff and produce updated process documentation
• Enhance BI reporting and support additional budget monitoring initiatives
• Improve statutory accounts, budgeting, and management accounts processes
• Recommend and implement automation solutions where applicable
• Collaborate with teams to improve budget data collection

THE PERSON

• Qualified or Qualified by experience accounting background
• Proven recent experience in process improvement within finance
• Demonstrable success in implementing system or process changes
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills; experience with VBA and Power Automate a plus
• Familiarity with business intelligence reporting tools

THE OFFER

• 2-Year FTC / Salary of £45,000 p.a.
• Flexible hybrid working (approx. 50/50)
• 27 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Occupational sick pay and enhanced family leave

If you’re an experienced finance professional with a passion for transformation and continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you.