Join VolkerRail’s high‑performing Finance Team as a Business Accountant and play a key role in driving commercial performance during an exciting period of growth. This 12‑month fixed‑term contract comes with a possibility to become permanent.
You’ll own accurate financial reporting, deliver sharp analysis, and partner with senior leaders to influence strategic decisions. From budgeting and forecasting to cash‑flow management and process improvement, you’ll be central to strengthening the organisation’s financial position.
Please note that this is a 12 month fixed term contract based out of our Doncaster office.
About our role
* Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts
* Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
* Manage general ledger activity and balance sheet reconciliations
* Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
* Deliver clear, actionable financial insights to senior stakeholders
* Produce cash‑flow reporting and support treasury processes
* Build financial models and scenario analyses
* Support audits and drive process improvements
About you
* ACCA / ACA / CIMA qualification
* Demonstrable experience in a similar role in accounting, finance, or analysis
* Strong technical accounting knowledge
* Advanced Excel and excellent analytical skills
* High attention to detail and strong problem‑solving ability
* Confident communicator able to translate finance for non‑finance teams
* Strong stakeholder engagement
Desirable
* Rail or infrastructure sector experience
* Exposure to automation, digital finance tools, or system enhancements
* Strong commercial awareness
Why work with us?
We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.
We offer a range of benefits, including:
* Competitive salary
* Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
* Private medical care
* Pension
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
* Training and development opportunities - comprehensive skills‑based training
* Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
* Employee Assistance programme
* Mental health, physical health, and financial support
* 24/7 Virtual GP service
Fairness, inclusion and respect
We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive. You can read more about our FIR Strategy as well as our partners.
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