Project Accountant

A growing renewable energy and infrastructure contractor is looking to appoint a Project Accountant to support the financial management of construction-led projects across solar PV and EV charging infrastructure.

This is a hands-on role within a busy projects environment, ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with project teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure accurate cost control, reporting, and forecasting.

The Role

You will play a key part in tracking project finances from start to finish, ensuring costs are correctly allocated, payments are processed accurately, and project data is reported clearly to senior stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing the project purchase ledger, including invoice processing, reconciliation, and query resolutionProcessing contractor and supplier payments in line with agreed termsAllocating labour, materials, and overhead costs to individual projectsMaintaining and supporting stock control and allocation to live projectsProducing monthly project cost reports, variance analysis, and forecastsSupporting project budgeting and ongoing cost monitoringProviding accurate financial information to support management decision-makingAssisting with year-end, audit, and project close-out reportingEnsuring compliance with internal financial controls and proceduresWorking closely with project managers, suppliers, and subcontractorsContributing to the improvement of systems and financial processes

Systems

Day-to-day accounting and reporting using Sage 50Collaboration with project teams using project management software (e.g. Monday.com or similar)

About You

You’ll be a practical and detail-focused finance professional with experience in a project-based or construction-related environment.

You’re likely to have:

Experience in project accounting, job costing, or purchase ledger within construction, engineering, or infrastructureStrong working knowledge of Sage 50 (or similar SME accounting systems)Confidence managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneouslyExcellent attention to detail and strong organisational skillsClear communication skills and the confidence to liaise with suppliers and contractorsA proactive mindset and interest in improving financial processes

Why Apply?

Join a growing business operating in the renewable energy and EV infrastructure spaceWork closely with projects and have real visibility of how your work impacts deliveryStable, long-term role with variety across multiple live projectsSupportive team environment with scope to develop the role over time

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