Accountant (Hybrid, Contract) in Manchester

A high-growth, specialist business within the energy and renewables sector, working with leading organisations to deliver expert technical solutions that support the transition to net zero. The business has built a strong reputation for innovation, helping clients solve complex challenges across the evolving energy landscape, underpinned by a genuine investment in developing top talent. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, fast-paced environment where you will gain broad exposure, work on impactful projects, and benefit from clear career progression. A great fit for anyone looking to build a long-term career while contributing to the future of sustainable energy.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of financial performance across a diverse portfolio of projects in a highly visible role. You will drive accurate financial tracking and reporting, delivering clear insight into cost allocation, revenue recognition, and project profitability, while producing high-quality monthly reporting that genuinely informs decision-making.

You will play a key role in shaping budgets and forecasts, partnering closely with operational stakeholders to challenge assumptions, improve accuracy, and provide meaningful variance analysis that adds real commercial value. Acting as a trusted finance partner, you will build strong relationships across the business, translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.

Alongside supporting the month-end process and contributing to management accounts, you will help deliver robust P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting, providing thoughtful analysis to drive business performance. You will also take ownership of key reconciliations and controls, ensuring accuracy while identifying opportunities to improve processes and strengthen financial oversight.

Beyond the day-to-day, this role offers the chance to make a real impact by driving system and process improvements, enhancing reporting capabilities, and championing best practice across the finance function. It is an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to combine technical excellence with commercial influence in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment.

What you'll need to succeed: You will be a qualified or QBE ACCA, CIMA or ACA with proven experience in project or management accounting, ideally gained within a fast-paced environment. You will bring strong expertise in budgeting and forecasting, alongside advanced Excel and financial systems skills. With excellent communication abilities, you will be confident influencing and partnering with non-finance stakeholders across the business. A proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused mindset is essential, with the drive to continually improve processes and add commercial value.

What you'll get in return: Offering a salary of up to 65,000 plus a competitive bonus scheme, this hybrid role provides the perfect balance of flexibility and collaboration. You'll also benefit from a strong private pension package and a comprehensive benefits offering. You'll gain exposure to high-profile projects and work closely with senior stakeholders, giving you real visibility and impact across the business.