Project Accountant

Reference

PA/010

Salary

£38,000 – £48,000/annum

Job Location

United Kingdom — England — Yorkshire and the Humber — E Riding of Yorkshire — Hull

Job Type

Permanent

Posted

19 December 2025

Closing date

31 Jan 2026 23:59

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

• 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

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