A growing renewable energy and infrastructure contractor is looking to appoint a Project Accountant to support the financial management of construction-led projects across solar PV and EV charging infrastructure.
This is a hands-on role within a busy projects environment, ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with project teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure accurate cost control, reporting, and forecasting.
The Role
You will play a key part in tracking project finances from start to finish, ensuring costs are correctly allocated, payments are processed accurately, and project data is reported clearly to senior stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing the project purchase ledger, including invoice processing, reconciliation, and query resolution
Processing contractor and supplier payments in line with agreed terms
Allocating labour, materials, and overhead costs to individual projects
Maintaining and supporting stock control and allocation to live projects
Producing monthly project cost reports, variance analysis, and forecasts
Supporting project budgeting and ongoing cost monitoring
Providing accurate financial information to support management decision-making
Assisting with year-end, audit, and project close-out reporting
Ensuring compliance with internal financial controls and procedures
Working closely with project managers, suppliers, and subcontractors
Contributing to the improvement of systems and financial processes
Systems
Day-to-day accounting and reporting using Sage 50
Collaboration with project teams using project management software (e.g. Monday.com or similar)
About You
You'll be a practical and detail-focused finance professional with experience in a project-based or construction-related environment.
You're likely to have:
Experience in project accounting, job costing, or purchase ledger within construction, engineering, or infrastructure
Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 (or similar SME accounting systems)
Confidence managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Clear communication skills and the confidence to liaise with suppliers and contractors
A proactive mindset and interest in improving financial processes
Why Apply?
Join a growing business operating in the renewable energy and EV infrastructure space
Work closely with projects and have real visibility of how your work impacts delivery
Stable, long-term role with variety across multiple live projects
Supportive team environment with scope to develop the role over time
Acumen Recruitment Solutions is acting as an employment agency in relation to this role
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