Cedar is currently partnered with a leading Infrastructure business to secure an Interim Project Accountant, based in North West London. The role is offered on a 12-month initial contract, paying a day rate between £425-500 per day.
The Company
This organisation is a recognised leader in their sector, currently undergoing an exciting period of change as they implement their new ERP and operational change programme.
The Role
As Interim Project Accountant, you will:
1. Take ownership of financial oversight for the ERP and operational change programme, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting across multiple workstreams.
2. Oversee project budgets, actual expenditure, commitments, and accruals to maintain strong financial control.
3. Produce monthly reporting packs that clearly present budget performance, forecasts, risks, and cost pressures.
4. Develop and update rolling forecasts of programme costs, phasing them in line with key milestones.
5. Collaborate with the ERP implementation team to shape and test project accounting processes, ensuring they are practical and sustainable for future business use.
6. Partner closely with Programme Managers, IT, and Operations to deliver meaningful financial insight and constructive challenge.
7. Support the measurement of benefits and ROI where relevant, with primary emphasis on robust cost management and forw...