AESC UK Sunderland, England, United Kingdom
Project Finance & Controls Manager
AESC UK Sunderland, England, United Kingdom
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategically minded Project Finance & Controls Manager to lead the financial oversight and control environment for capital projects. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with a strong foundation in auditing, financial controls, and accounting standards, combined with experience in capital expenditure governance and SAP systems.
The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring compliance with internal control frameworks, supporting external and internal audit readiness, and driving transparency in project-based financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Audit & Financial Controls
* Support and coordinate internal and external audits, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with IFRS/GAAP.
* Establish and maintain a robust internal control environment for Capex and project-related spend.
* Develop and maintain finance policies and procedures for capital project governance.
* Ensure accurate capitalization, depreciation, and asset accounting in accordance with accounting standards.
* Review project financials to ensure correct accounting treatment and alignment with project milestones.
* Support month-end and year-end close processes with project-related journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.
* Partner with accounting teams to ensure timely and accurate fixed asset reporting.
SAP Finance & Reporting
* Serve as the SAP lead for Capex accounting and reporting.
* Maintain WBS structures, project cost centers, and ensure appropriate configuration for audit traceability.
* Develop financial reports and dashboards for management review using SAP and other reporting tools.
* Drive improvements in system integrity and data accuracy across project modules.
Stakeholder Collaboration
* Work closely with Finance, Engineering, Procurement, and Project Management teams to ensure financial compliance across all capital initiatives.
* Present financial reviews and control updates to senior stakeholders.
* Advise project teams on accounting policies and cost control best practices.
Skills & Experience Required
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
* Fully qualified accountant (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA)
* Minimum 5 years' experience in a finance/audit role with strong exposure to internal controls and project accounting
* Background in external or internal audit (Big 4 experience a plus)
* Deep understanding of IFRS or US GAAP, asset capitalization rules, and financial governance
* Proficient in SAP FICO (Project Systems module highly desirable)
* Strong Excel and financial analysis skills
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
* Highly organized, detail-focused, and committed to integrity in financial reporting
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Accounting/Auditing
* Industries
Manufacturing and Business Consulting and Services
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