Are you an experienced Project Accountant with a strong background in budgeting for complex funding programmes? Do you have the ability to quickly grasp detailed project requirements and translate them into robust financial plans? Can you step into a fast-moving environment and deliver immediate impact?
An organisation based in Essex is seeking an Interim Project Accountant to support a number of high-value funding applications and provide additional capacity to the finance function during a critical period.
Key responsibilities will include:
*Leading on the financial modelling and budgeting for large-scale funding applications
*Working closely with programme leads and stakeholders to translate operational plans into detailed financial forecasts
*Building long-term cost models, including multi-year projections and funding requirements
*Supporting the submission of funding applications, ensuring accuracy and robustness of financial data
*Assisting with the implementation and ongoing financial management of approved projects
*Supporting the Head of Finance with reporting and easing pressure on the wider finance function
The successful candidate will have:
*Proven experience in project accounting, ideally within grant-funded or programme-based environments
*Strong experience supporting funding applications and building detailed budgets
*Ability to quickly understand complex projects and translate information into clear financial outputs
*Strong communication skills and confidence working with non-finance stakeholders
*A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to operate independently
This is a high-impact role with potential for longer-term opportunity for the right candidate, offering the chance to contribute to significant, high-value projects within a collaborative and evolving organisation.