Project Accountant

Project Accountant
32,000 - 36,000 DOE
Fleet

Our client is looking for an experienced Project Accountant to join their collaborative and supportive team! You'll act as a vital link between the Project Managers and the Finance function, helping to ensure accurate project financials and smooth communication across departments. If you're a well-organised, detail-oriented, and confident project finance professional with a passion for accuracy and teamwork, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact.

Key Responsibilities:
Accurately record and update project information in Xero, including job specifications, quote details, and purchase order references
Allocate and reconcile actual costs to the appropriate projects and quotes
Work closely with Project Managers to gather updates, resolve cost queries, and identify missing data
Partner with Project Managers to develop comprehensive bottoms-up forecasts
Provide reliable and timely data to support the Financial Controller in maintaining and consolidating the forecast model
Support the assessment and rollout of a new Project Accounting System
Assist with preparing cost-to-complete assessments and generating basic project reports as needed

Requirements:
Minimum 3 years' experience in a Project Accounting or similar role
Strong Excel skills
Xero experience (desirable)
Comfortable working with data and able to identify inconsistencies or gaps
Liaised with project and finance teams
Understanding of project costing principles
Must drive with own transport