Project Accountant

Three Bridges Recruitment are recruiting for a Project Accountant to join a leading Scottish charity for an initial 6-month contract with the possibility of extension. This is a key role within the Finance team, supporting a values-driven organisation dedicated to empowering people across Scotland to live meaningful & fulfilling lives.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role across several finance projects, with a particular focus on budgeting & forecasting, management accounts, restricted funds, reporting & financial modelling. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can quickly understand what is needed, take ownership of their work & add value from the outset.

Why work here?

• Salary of £47,000 - £51,000 pro rata
• Initial 6-month contract with the possibility of extension
• Be part of a respected Scottish charity with a strong sense of purpose & clear values
• Enjoy flexibility & work-life balance - primarily remote working, with travel a few times per month
• Excellent benefits - over 32 days annual leave, up to 9% employer pension contribution, enhanced sick pay & life assurance
• 35 hours per week
• Join a collaborative finance team committed to innovation, accuracy, & adding value
• Opportunity to take ownership of meaningful finance projects & make an impact quickly

Job

As Project Accountant, you will:

• Work closely with the Head of Finance across a range of key finance activities & projects
• Prepare & consolidate forecasts & budgets
• Support the production of monthly management accounts alongside the Head of Finance
• Set up & monitor the charity's restricted funds
• Interpret business reporting needs & develop financial reports, data analysis & operational KPIs
• Provide financial insight to help ensure finance processes & outputs are understood, followed & responsive to the needs of the organisation
• Develop & maintain costing & other financial models
• Work with all colleagues to understand requirements & communicate information clearly
• Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting & processes
• Manage competing priorities & deliver accurate work within tight deadlines

You

As Project Accountant, you will:

• Bring strong technical & analytical skills with a proactive, collaborative approach
• Have experience developed in a similar or equivalent finance role
• Have strong budgeting, forecasting & management accounting experience
• Have experience of systems optimisation & improving financial processes
• Have practical experience applying accounting regulations
• Be proficient in specialist financial systems & Microsoft applications, particularly Excel
• Have experience working within a large or complex organisation
• Be able to interpret complex financial information & communicate it in a clearly
• Be highly motivated, adaptable & comfortable managing competing deadlines
• Have strong interpersonal skills, with confidence to work with all stakeholders
• Bring demonstrable negotiation & conflict resolution skills
• Ideally have experience within the not-for-profit sector, although this is not essential
• Be available to start as soon as possible & within four weeks

At Three Bridges Recruitment, two of our values are "striving for brilliance" & "relatability". We want every applicant to receive an excellent experience & ensure that this role is right for you. Should this role be of interest please apply with your most up to date CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.