Project Accountant
About the job
Project Accountant
Location: Gloucester (4 days office / 1 day WFH)
Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Are you a proactive and detail-driven finance professional looking to make your mark in a fast-growing, dynamic business? We're hiring a Project Accountant to join the Commercial & Project team for a rapidly growing business in the utility sector in Gloucester - someone who thrives in a hands-on role and wants to be part of a collaborative, close-knit environment.
This is a newly created role to support continued growth. With turnover doubling over the last two years (and on track to do so again), we need a dedicated individual to help oversee project financials, manage invoicing and reporting, and drive improvements in how we manage our finances across multiple high-value projects.
What You'll Be Doing:
- Managing accurate financial records across multiple live projects
- Handling purchase orders, timesheets, and invoicing aligned to contract terms and milestones
- Monitoring project profitability and ensuring invoicing and collections are on track
- Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and project cost control alongside PMs and QSs
- Preparing month-end reports, reconciliations, and audit documentation
- Enhancing live data visibility and reporting to support business decision-making
- Helping to implement scalable processes and system improvements as we grow
- Working closely with the Head of Commercial to ease workload and build out the finance function
What We're Looking For:
Essential:
- Experience in project accounting or bookkeeping
- Proficiency in Xero (or similar systems)
- A confident communicator able to liaise with project managers and senior stakeholders
- Organised, detail-oriented and comfortable managing multiple priorities
- Team player with a proactive, solutions-focused attitude
Desirable:
- Background in construction, utilities, or engineering
- Experience of budgeting & forecasting
- Project accounting experience advantageous
- Exposure to quantity surveying or interest in developing in that direction
- Experience working in a growing SME environment
Why Join?
You'll be working for a close-knit, laid-back team working on major projects for some major companies in the energy/utility sector. You'll be part of a growing business where your voice matters, your ideas are welcomed, and your work will be noticed. If you're someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and making a real impact - this could be your next step.
Benefits:
- Company pension (5% employer contribution)
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Private healthcare (potentially available)
- Casual dress & relaxed culture
- Free or discounted food
- On-site parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- Training budget & potential for study support
