Project Accountant SF Recruitment are currently supporting a Coventry engineering and manufacturing business in the recruitment of a project accountant/finance business partner. This is a new role due to development of a bespoke project offering within the business and will report to the Finance Director. This key role is highly collaborative, working closely with sales, operations, and project teams to ensure strong financial performance and informed decision-making. The role will involve day-to-day attendance of production meetings to ensure the support and the effects and requirements from a finance viewpoint is fully understood and acted upon. Key responsibilities Compile and be responsible for the Cash flow forecast - liaising with UK Debtor and creditor support functions. Support creditor and proforma payments liaising with operations team to understand complete picture to support production output. Communication with key suppliers on creditor position and payments as required. To offer full finance support to operation senior team as new processes are implemented, continually improved and maintained. Monitor and report on project budgets, expenditure, and forecasts. Prepare and maintain project cost reports and financial statements. Ensure project billing is completed accurately and on time. Reconcile project-related accounts and ensure compliance with internal controls. Analyse project performance and provide financial insights to management. Collaborate with project managers to review project status, budgets, and changes We are seeking a strong communicator with proven experience within a project based role, proficiency in excel and a software package and excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Based in Coventry - full time office based with lunchtime finish on a Friday - 37.5 hour week £45,000 An exciting opportunity to add value within a newly created role A formal accounting qualification is not required, we are seeking experience within a similar setting. If this role is of interest, please apply today