Project Accountant

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established business operating in the construction sector, based in Fareham, Hampshire. Having grown steadily, the business is now investing in a wide-ranging finance systems and process improvement programme, and is looking for a Finance Systems & Transformation Accountant to lead it. This is a genuinely project-focused role rather than a business-as-usual finance seat, giving the successful candidate real ownership of a defined transformation programme from day one, working closely alongside the existing finance team. What will the Project Accountant role involve? Leading a finance system migration project, including data cleansing, testing, implementation and post go-live review, working closely with the finance team and external system providers Reviewing recommendations for system upgrades, additional modules and wider improvements to support seamless integration, stronger controls and better reporting Reviewing an existing operational systems platform and identifying opportunities to expand its use across processes such as invoicing and asset tracking Planning and delivering a full fixed asset audit across multiple sites, reconciling findings to the asset register and supporting insurance valuations Investigating and implementing a new stock control policy and supporting system Providing clear documentation, training and knowledge transfer to the finance team on completion of each project Suitable Candidate for the Project Accountant vacancy: Qualified, part-qualified or qualified-by-experience accountant with strong finance and commercial experience Proven experience of finance system implementation, migration or improvement projects, ideally within a mid-size ERP environment Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with confidence working with large data sets in Excel A collaborative approach, comfortable working closely with finance and operational stakeholders to deliver change while maintaining strong controls Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities independently Willingness for occasional travel between sites Additional benefits and information for the role of Project Accountant: Hybrid working available once settled into the role Flexible working hours around a core day A high-visibility, clearly defined project to lead and take ownership of The opportunity to make a genuine, lasting impact on how the finance function operates Salary dependent on experience CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.