Project Accountant

Company: FT Recruitment Group
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Location: Aberdeen
Job Description:

Job Description

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FT Recruitment has been asked to partner with our global engineering and industrial services client, managing their recruitment process for a Project Accountant to join their finance team in Aberdeen. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded accountant to work closely with Project Managers, providing financial control and commercial insight across a portfolio of projects while helping drive profitability, cash flow and financial performance.

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This is a permanent role suited to all candidates who ideally have a 1-month notice period or less, whilst candidates who are available at short notice are encouraged to apply.

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Key Duties:

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  • Partner with Project Managers to provide financial control across multiple projects from mobilisation through to completion
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  • Prepare and maintain project budgets, forecasts and gross profit reporting
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  • Monitor project performance, identifying financial risks, opportunities and variances against budget
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  • Manage project working capital, including WIP, accrued income, accounts receivable and accounts payable
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  • Support monthly financial close processes, including revenue recognition, accruals, reconciliations and KPI reporting
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  • Review project costs, purchase orders, supplier invoices and timesheets to ensure financial accuracy and compliance
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  • Prepare financial analysis and reporting to support operational and commercial decision-making
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  • Assist with forecasting, profitability reporting and variance analysis across business lines
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  • Maintain accurate financial documentation, ensuring compliance with governance, audit and accounting standards
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  • Work collaboratively with Finance, Operations, Procurement and Shared Service teams to improve project performance and financial controls
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Experience Required:

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  • Previous experience working as a Project Accountant or within a project-focused management accounting role
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  • Experience supporting long-term or complex projects within an engineering, industrial or similar commercial environment
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  • Strong understanding of budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition and project financial reporting
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  • Experience working with integrated ERP/business management systems
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  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
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  • Professional accounting qualification (CA, CIMA or equivalent) or working towards qualification
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  • Strong commercial awareness with the ability to partner effectively with operational stakeholders
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  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
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  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver accurate financial information to strict deadlines
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Get in touch with Kris for full details!

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Posted: August 16th, 2026