Project Accountant

MacKenzie King are excited to be recruiting a Project Accountant for an innovative, established manufacturing business in Manningtree. As Project Accountant, you will play a vital role in tracking financial performance, preparing accurate forecasts, managing budgets, and partnering with both finance and operations teams to support the business going forwards.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Monitor project costs and ensure financial control throughout lifecycle
• Prepare monthly reports, forecasts, and variance analysis
• Partner with project managers to ensure timely and accurate reporting
• Identify and manage financial risks within projects
• Analysing business KPI’s to monitor company targets
• Support audit and compliance requirements related to capital and project spend
• Provide cover for the finance lead, with the ability to oversee the full finance function

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a similar project or management accounting role
• Strong Excel and ERP system skills
• Excellent communication and analytical abilities
• Experience working within an SME environment
• Background in manufacturing is beneficial