Project Accountant

We are working with a local authority in Blackpool to find a Project Accountant on a permanent basis. 

Location: Blackpool, FY3  
Salary: £35,393 per annum
Job Type: Full-time  
Hybrid: 4 days per week on site.  

We are seeking a Project Accountant to provide strategic financial input and advice to the Project Management Team and Senior Management. This role involves a strong focus on the financial aspects of ongoing projects related to the implementation of the National Resources and Waste Strategy.

Key Duties:

- Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance reports for ongoing projects, providing financial advice and analysis to aid decision-making.  

- Assist in the preparation of financial information for stakeholders, including the Board and Shareholder.  

- Advise senior management on the financial standing of projects and identify areas of concern.  

- Provide guidance on financial issues such as correct coding of invoices and credit control procedures.  

- Tailor reports to Service Managers on budgetary performance and advise on corrective actions.  

- Develop financial models for new business opportunities in conjunction with the Project Management Team.  

- Assist in delivering performance targets and provide accurate reports for the company’s senior management team and Board.  

- Assist the Head of Projects and Business Development with project budgets and reporting.  

Required Skills & Qualifications:

- Degree or equivalent level qualification, or equivalent demonstrable experience.  

- Qualified AAT Accountant or progressing towards an appropriate accountancy qualification (e.g., CIMA, CIPFA).  

- Substantial knowledge of financial reporting and budget preparation.  

- Experience in producing financial reports for a range of stakeholders.  

- Experience in a finance team within a commercially driven organisation.  

- Experience in developing budgets with service and project managers.  

If you are interested, or have any questions, please let me know.