Project Accountant - 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Are you an experienced and driven accountant looking for an exciting challenge in a dynamic, post-acquisition environment? We’re seeking a talented Project Accountant to support the integration of a newly acquired business into our client’s structure.
This 12-month fixed-term contract based in Derby offers a competitive salary of circa £50,000, and will see you playing a pivotal role in managing financial aspects during this critical transition phase.
Role: Project Accountant (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Location: Derby Onsite with travel to new site weekly
Salary: Circa £50,000 + based on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Key Responsibilities:
In this high-impact role, you will be responsible for:
Management Accounting: Oversee financial reporting for the post-acquisition integration process, ensuring smooth alignment of the newly acquired business with existing company structures.
Finance Business Partnering: Work closely with key stakeholders and project managers to provide financial insights, offering support through the integration phase, and ensuring financial visibility across the business.
Relationship Building: Build and maintain strong relationships across departments, facilitating collaboration between the newly acquired business and the wider company, ensuring seamless integration.
In-Depth Balance Sheet Reconciliation: Take ownership of comprehensive balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and alignment of financial statements across both entities during the integration process.
Reporting & Analysis: Produce detailed management reports highlighting any financial risks, opportunities, and variances, specifically related to the integration project.
What We’re Looking For:
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or QBE (Qualified by Experience) Accountant with strong expertise in management accounting and financial reporting.
Proven experience in Finance Business Partnering, ideally in a post-acquisition context, where you've worked to ensure smooth financial integration.
Strong ability to carry out in-depth balance sheet reconciliations, with an eye for detail and a focus on accuracy.
Excellent communication skills, able to present complex financial data to both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
Outstanding relationship-building skills to foster collaboration across various teams during the integration process.
The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Why This Role?
Post-Acquisition Focus: Take on a key role in a high-profile acquisition integration, where your financial expertise will drive business success during a time of change.
Competitive Salary: This role offers a salary of circa £50,000 +reflecting your skills and experience.
Development Opportunity: This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the financial integration of a newly acquired business, adding significant value to your career.
Collaborative Environment: Be part of a close-knit, supportive team where your contribution will be valued and your professional growth encouraged.
If you're a skilled accountant with experience in post-acquisition integration and balance sheet reconciliations, this is your opportunity to make an impact in a fast-moving, high-profile project.
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