Project accountant

Job Title: Project Accountant Company: Project Centre (Part of Marston Holdings) Location: London (Hybrid Working) Hours: 37.5 hours per week (9:00am – 5:30pm) About the Role Project Centre (Part of Marston Holdings) is seeking a motivated and detail oriented Project Accountant to act as a key link between Finance and operational project teams. This role plays a vital part in supporting financial performance across projects, ensuring accurate reporting, and driving commercial insight within a fast paced, project driven environment. You will work closely with the Finance Manager, Project Accountants, Project Managers, and the wider finance team to support the full lifecycle of project accounting, from initiation through to completion. What you’ll be doing Support project teams with end-to-end project accounting, including ownership of relevant systems and processes. Produce weekly and monthly management reports covering project and people metrics (profitability, WIP, AR, utilisation, sales rates, multipliers, and KPIs). Collaborate with project teams on monthly revenue recognition, including variance analysis (actual vs budget) and forecast updates. Deliver project finance inductions and ongoing financial training to project teams. Ensure robust financial reporting across all projects, challenging assumptions and performance where necessary. Investigate and explain project variances, providing clear reports and insights to management. Monitor and report on working capital (WIP, AR, cash flow). Collaborate with the wider Finance team on daily tasks such as accounts payable, annual audits and statutory reporting requirements. What you’ll bring Previous experience in project accounting within a consulting or professional services environment (e.g. engineering, architecture, design). 1–3 years’ experience in a similar finance or project accounting role. Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a Business-related field. Studying towards (or planning to study towards) a professional accountancy qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA). What’s in it for you? Competitive salary Hybrid working (with 2 days per week) A wide range of flexible staff benefits, from retail discounts to wellbeing and lifestyle perks Heal thcare cash plan 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays Enhanced maternity and paternity packages (eligibility criteria apply) Why Join Marston Holdings? This is an excellent opportunity to develop your project accounting expertise within a dynamic and growing organisation. You’ll gain exposure to complex projects, work alongside experienced professionals, and play a key role in driving financial performance across the business. INDHP