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Project Accountant

United Kingdom, Doncaster Employment contract 48000.00 - 55000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted July 17, 2026
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Our client is a growing and highly successful business that is continuing to expand its operations and project portfolio. As a result of this growth, they are looking to appoint a Project Accountant into a newly created role that will play a key part in supporting both the finance and project delivery teams. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting or commercial professional who enjoys partnering with operational teams, providing meaningful financial insight, and ensuring the financial performance of projects is accurately monitored and reported.

Job Responsibility

  • Working closely with Project Managers to support and review month-end Work in Progress (WIP) calculations
  • Producing and submitting customer invoices in a timely and accurate manner
  • Preparing project financial reports, analysing costs, revenues, and profitability
  • Monitoring project performance and identifying any financial variances or risks
  • Assisting with month-end reporting and accounting processes
  • Supporting the preparation of month-end management accounts
  • Ensuring financial information is accurate, up to date, and aligned with project delivery activities
  • Building strong relationships with operational teams and providing financial guidance where required.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in a similar Project Accountant, Commercial Accountant, Management Accountant, or Project Controls position
  • Experience working within either an accounting or commercial finance environment
  • Strong understanding of project accounting principles, including WIP calculations and project reporting
  • Experience producing financial reports and analysing project costs and revenues
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with non-finance stakeholders
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
  • Good Excel and financial systems knowledge.

What we offer

  • Car allowance
  • Permanent, full-time position
  • Opportunity to join a growing organisation during an exciting period of expansion
  • Newly created role with the opportunity to make a real impact
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Long-term career development opportunities.

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