Project Accountant
Fixed Term for 24 months
Part-time- 21 hours per week
Midlands
Circa £24,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Are you a skilled Project Accountant with a passion for heritage? Join us at the Royal Air Force Museum—a national museum dedicated to sharing the story of the Royal Air Force: past, present, and future.
With two public sites (London and Midlands) and a stored collection (Stafford), we engage and inspire audiences through the stories of our people and our remarkable collection. As a National Museum, we are supported by Government Grant in Aid, along with active fundraising and trading.
The Royal Air Force Museum is a Carbon Literate organisation and as such promotes Carbon Literacy.
We're looking for an experienced Project Accountant to join our team at a pivotal moment, as we deliver the £28 million "Inspiring Everyone: RAF Museum Development Programme", supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF).
About the Role:
You’ll play a critical role in the financial delivery of our Midlands Development Programme—ensuring robust financial reporting, accurate forecasting, and full compliance with NLHF requirements.
Key responsibilities:
• Lead financial reporting, monitoring, and forecasting for the £28M capital project
• Ensure compliance with NLHF financial guidelines and documentation
• Work closely with the Project Manager, internal finance teams, and stakeholders
• Provide timely updates and analysis to support effective decision-making
• Contribute to the success of a landmark transformation in the Museum’s history
The role is based at our Midlands site but will involve collaboration across all three Museum locations.
To apply:
• Please download the full job description on our website at: https://www.rafmuseum.org.uk/about-us/job-vacancies/project-accountant/
• Please click on the following link to apply for this role. You will be taken to our applicant tracking system - https://royalairforcemuseum.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=a83d7ea3-6fce-4bbb-ae6f-f64400458726
• Closing date for applications: 31 August 2025
• Interviews will take place on: 12 September 2025
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