Project Accountant (Maternity Leave)
- Aberdeen
- DOE Excellent Benefits Package
- Contract
Eden Scott is delighted to be supporting our longstanding client with the recruitment of a Project Accountant for a Maternity Leave contract which is expected to last for 12 or 13 months. The role is based in the Bridge of Don and Hybrid working is available together with a strong salary and benefits package.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
To provide visibility on Contract Financial Performance including the preparation of monthly management accounts
- To assist with the identification and management of contract variations
- Submission of annual rates uplifts
- Assist in re-negotiation of revised contract terms
- To carry out audits and review as necessary, to assist with the identification and implementation of potential commercial improvements
- Assist in preparation and resolving claim to ensure suitable controls are in place in support of financial deliverables
- To ensure compliance with company policies, processes and procedures related to the management of commercial aspects
- To study and familiarise oneself with relevant Contract Commercial Terms and Conditions and monitor to ensure compliance with these
- Supporting operations teams in the execution of contracts related to financial and overall performance against agreed budgets and preparation of reports in accordance with Company procedures
- Collation of contract budgeting/forecasting information and check on integrity of information provided to ensure dependability of information provided
- Assist Project Manager in the development of appropriate processes/systems to cater for client specific requirements with regards to detailed cost breakdowns
- To assist Business Delivery Managers in the preparation of monthly cost / value reports and to conduct subsequent analysis, review and feedback
- To interface with Business Managers, Invoicing, Accounts, Procurement, Tendering
- Interface with Procurement Team on any project specific aspects that fall out with Master Supplier/Sub-Contract Agreements
- To collate all relevant start-up information for jobs/phases
- Review and control of minor estimates or CTRs within existing contracts
- To assist in preparation of valuations on Fixed Price jobs
- Monitor and provide feedback relative to KPI performance and highlight areas where improvement is necessary to optimise financial return
- Provides detailed analysis of completed projects to highlight areas of learning
- To review all invoices for completeness and correctness prior to submission to Client
- Attending client forecasting, cost reporting or contract review meetings
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven track record in a similar role.
- Experience in fast paced work environment.
- Possess a finance degree or be working towards a recognised accounting qualification or have suitable relevant experience working in a similar Commercial or Financial role
- Problem Solver
- Self-starter and team player
- Relationship builder
- Commercial Awareness
- Ability to work under pressure and to deadline
- Communication skills
- Knowledge/previous use of SAP
If this is of interest, please click on the link to apply or send your updated CV to [email protected]

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