Interim Project Accountant

Inc. Consulting is pleased to be partnering with a values-led organisation to recruit an Interim Project Accountant / Finance Analyst to join their finance team.

This role will support a wide range of projects across the organisation, providing high-quality financial analysis, reporting and insight to support service delivery, new bids and strategic decision-making. The position is well suited to candidates with Project Accounting or Commercial Accounting experience, or Assistant Management Accountants looking to take the next step into a more project- and business-facing role

Role Responsibilities.

• Assist with service costing and financial analysis for contract bids, including viability and risk assessment.
• Undertake project-based finance work to support decision-making and process improvement.
• Prepare financial returns for internal stakeholders, funders and external bodies, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Develop and maintain financial models, management account tools and costing models.
• Produce monthly journals, recharges and payroll reconciliations for month-end reporting.
• Analyse financial data and produce dashboards and reports for senior management.
• Maintain and improve financial reporting structures within finance systems.
• Work closely with the FP&A Manager, Head of Finance and wider stakeholders on system and process improvement projects.
• Support non-finance colleagues by presenting financial information in a clear and accessible way.
• Provide cover for other members of the finance team where required.

Person Specification.

• Part-qualified accountant or equivalent experience within a finance function.
  Background in Project Accounting, Commercial Accounting, or Management Accounts, with a desire to broaden commercial exposure.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience preparing financial information for internal and external stakeholders.
• Good Excel skills, with experience in financial modelling and data analysis (Power BI experience advantageous).
• Ability to analyse, interpret and clearly explain complex financial information.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Available to start at short notice.

What’s On Offer.

• 3-month temporary assignment with potential for extension.
• Hybrid working (2 days per week on site in Leeds).
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Weekly pay.
• Free on-site parking.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of projects and stakeholders in a commercially focused finance role.
• Possibility for permanent opportunities in the future.

If you are a finance professional looking for a hands-on interim role where you can add value quickly and develop your project and commercial experience, we encourage you to apply.

We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please inform your consultant. Please note, while we are unable to respond to all unsuccessful applications, we are happy to keep your details on our CRM system and consider you for future opportunities. If you wish to have your details removed at any time, please contact hello@incconsulting.co.uk with your request.