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Project Accountant

£300 per day
Full-time

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INTERIM PROJECT ACCOUNTANT CIRCA £300 PER DAY HYBRID

I'm currently recruiting for an experienced Project Accountant to join a leading organisation on an initial contract through to December 2026 , with potential for extension.

Circa £300 per day

Hybrid - 2/3 days WFH, with travel to operational sites and London/Midlands offices

Initial contract to December 2026 - potential extension

We're looking for a qualified accountant with strong experience supporting operational and business projects.

The role will involve:

Managing and reporting on multiple projects running in parallel
Costing savings and tracking financial benefits
Supporting process implementation and ongoing monitoring
Working closely with MDs, Performance Directors and Depot Managers
Challenging and influencing operational stakeholders
Preparing and delivering senior-level presentations
Supporting month-end and strategy presentations

You'll need to be commercial, confident, highly organised and an excellent communicator , with excellent presentation skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and engage effectively with senior operational stakeholders.

A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are required, with business travel expenses reimbursed.

If you're available or know someone who could be a good fit, please contact me for more information or to discuss the role confidentially.

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