Senior project accountant

Key Responsibilities: Collaborate closely with the UK Government Line of Business for financial business partnering. Assume financial accountability for both internal and external contract financial reporting. Serve as the primary point of contact for customer financial inquiries and support annual contract audits. Exercise financial delegation for contract modeling and oversee financial change control for contract modifications. Work alongside Project Managers to prepare project sales trading plans. Execute journal postings to SAP, enhancing project accuracy, and collaborate with project teams. Support the financial forecasting process for orders, sales, revenue, margin, cash, and WIP, conducting risk and opportunity analysis against forecasts. Contribute to the generation of Monthly and Quarterly divisional reports adhering to Group Accounting Policies. Analyze and present performance dashboards for review at senior management levels. Act as a delegate for the Financial Controller in meetings as required. Fulfill ad hoc duties as directed by the Financial Controller.Experience Needed: Preferably a Qualified Accountant Strong background in project accounting/long-term contract experience is highly desirable Proficiency in SAP with systems knowledge considered advantageous Advanced proficiency in MS Excel Demonstrated commercial acumen with an ability to mitigate commercial/financial risks Proven ability to drive a robust financial strategy supporting integrated business plans Career experience collaborating with senior management teams, preferably within a matrix organizationWhat you #39;ll get: Flexible working arrangements, including balanced hours Access to a wide array of lifestyle, health, and well-being benefits through flexible benefits options Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme for mental health support Generous annual leave package, including 25 days holiday, 8 bank holidays, and 8 flexi daysPlease note will need to attend Bristol office 3 times per month. If you are a qualified Accountant with project accounting experience, proficient in SAP and MS Excel, and possess strong leadership and communication skills, we invite you to apply now