Lead a Finance Transformation Project in a Dynamic Manufacturing Group – Paying up to £450/day Your new company A well-established and forward-thinking organisation in the engineering and manufacturing sector is seeking a skilled Project Systems Accountant to join their finance team. With a strong focus on sustainability and operational excellence, this business is undergoing a period of systems improvement and enhanced financial transparency. This is a 6-month assignment, mostly office-based and situated just outside Greater Manchester. Salary is paying up to £450 Daily Rate. Your new role As Project Accountant, you’ll play a key role in streamlining and integrating reporting systems to support group-level reporting. Working closely with the Management Accountant, Finance, IT, and engineering project teams, you’ll be responsible for: Ensuring accurate cost allocations to projects Reviewing budgetary controls, forecasts, and providing variance commentary Delivering margin, deferred income, and accrued revenue analysis Supporting monthly management reporting and performance commentary Advising on financial controls and system reporting improvements Enhancing reporting around WIP, cost transparency, and budget control Assisting with VAT returns and supporting R&D Tax Credit claims What you'll need to succeed You’ll be a qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA, or ACCA) with substantial experience in manufacturing or engineering environments. A strong background in project accounting, financial systems' improvement, and group reporting is essential. You should be confident working across departments, with a proactive approach to identifying and implementing process enhancements. What you'll get in return Competitive daily rate up to £450 Opportunity to lead impactful systems and reporting improvements Collaborative working environment with cross-functional teams Office-based role in East Cheshire with a respected organisation Chance to influence financial transparency and operational efficiency What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, please click “apply” and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you’re a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. 4717401