Interim Project Accountant
Posted Today by HAYS
Negotiable
Fixed-Term
Hybrid
Exeter, Devon, UK
Summary: The Interim Project Accountant role in Exeter is a hybrid position focused on financial management for key business initiatives within a large organization. The successful candidate will oversee budgeting, reporting, and compliance while collaborating with project teams to support strategic decision-making. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract with an immediate start. The role requires a qualified accountant with project accounting experience, particularly in regulated sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Financial Management: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for assigned projects.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts and project-specific financial statements.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and external regulatory standards.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with project managers, finance colleagues, and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
- Scenario Planning: Assist with financial modelling for new bids, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives.
Key Skills:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven experience in project accounting, ideally within infrastructure, utilities, or regulated sectors
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Proficient in Excel and financial systems
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Salary (Rate): £45,000 per annum
City: Exeter
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: fixed-term
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: Other
Interim Project Accountant - Exeter (Hybrid) ASAP Start £45,000 per annum.6-month fixed term contract.
Hays are working with a large organisation in the Exeter area who are seeking a Interim Project Accountant to join their finance team immediately. This is a hybrid role, offering flexibility while supporting high-impact projects across the business. This role is on a fixed-term basis, and likely to last for 6 months.
Role Overview:As Interim Project Accountant, you'll take ownership of the financial management of key business initiatives. You'll work closely with project teams to ensure accurate budgeting, reporting, and compliance, while supporting strategic decision-making through financial insight.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Financial Management: Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for assigned projects.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly management accounts and project-specific financial statements.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to internal financial policies and external regulatory standards.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with project managers, finance colleagues, and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
- Scenario Planning: Assist with financial modelling for new bids, acquisitions, and strategic initiatives.
Potential Project Areas:
- Infrastructure upgrades and development
- Efficiency and sustainability initiatives
- Regulatory compliance projects
- Strategic business transformations
Candidate Profile:
- Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven experience in project accounting, ideally within infrastructure, utilities, or regulated sectors
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Proficient in Excel and financial systems
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Details:
- Location: Exeter (Hybrid working available)
- Start Date: ASAP
- Contract Type: Interim
- Rate: £45,000 per annum