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Job Title: Project Accountant (Implementation Project) Location: Scotstoun, Onsite 3 days a week We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £47,000 dependent on skills and experience Who we are: Join BAE Systems and youll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleag... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Your new company Hays is delighted to be supporting a large organisation based in Glasgow City Centre with the appointment of a Temporary Project Accountant (rolling 6 month contract for ~18 months). This organisation is undergoing a significant digital finance transformation programme, offering a rare opportunity to join a high‑profile project environment where finance genuinely influences how the organisation operates in the future you thrive in change, enjoy working closely with stakeholders, and want to leave a lasting legacy through improved systems and processes, this role will appeal Your new role As a Temporary Project Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting major capital, IT and transformation projects during the implementation of a new ERP platform. This role is ideally suited to professionals who bring strong capital project accounting experience within complex organisations, combined with confident business partnering and, ideally, experience with Oracle. Alternatively, the role would also be suited to finance professionals with extensive Oracle implementation experience and only sporadic capital project accounting experience. Key responsibilities will include: • Acting as a subject matter expert for project and capital accounting, ensuring projects are accurately reflected within new systems and processes, • Leading or supporting the configuration and optimisation of Oracle Fusion Projects (PPM), including project costing, capitalisation and financial controls, • Partnering closely with finance, estates, IT and wider professional services teams to translate accounting requirements into practical system solutions, • Reviewing and challenging existing processes to ensure alignment with best‑practice project and capital accounting standards, • Supporting business process design, data mapping, testing (SIT/UAT) and reporting requirements, • Ensuring robust audit controls, seamless sub‑ledger integration and clear project financial reporting, • Championing new ways of working and helping stakeholders confidently navigate change What you'll need to succeed To succeed in this role, you will bring: • Proven project or capital accounting experience within a large, complex organisation, • Strong experience in business partnering, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly to non‑finance stakeholders, • Oracle Projects / PPM implementation experience or demonstrable experience working on finance system change projects, • A solid understanding of budgeting, cost control and capital lifecycle accounting, • The confidence to challenge assumptions, work through ambiguity and juggle competing priorities, • Excellent communication skills and a resilient, pragmatic mindset What you'll get in return Day rate of up to £400, dependent on experienceHybrid working - typically 3 days per week in the office (Tuesday-Thursday), with flexibility where needed 32 days annual leave plus 9 public holidays Central Glasgow City Centre location with excellent transport links The opportunity to contribute to a high‑profile transformation programme with visible impact A collaborative, professional team environment where your expertise will be valued What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays

Job Advert Project Accountant 6 month fixed term contract Inchinnan, Glasgow The Role: The Project Accountant will ensure there is accurate and timely reporting of long-term projects and services - actual and forecast financial performance, both from a project performance and Financial Accounting perspective in accordance with IFRS15 and other applicable accounting standards. This includes robust challenge of costs to drive continuous cost improvement throughout the project life cycle. They will implement Cost Management best practices and apply this consistently across all projects to proactively identify cost variances and risk areas and mitigations to project managers, to assist delivery of project & customer requirements in a cost-effective manner. To work closely with Project Managers to ensure they understand the financial performance of their respective projects and assist in communicating this to the wider business as required. Long term project or services vary in length and value typically ranging from 1 year to 5 years and from 1m to 30m. This role is expected to build strong relationships across the business with bids, operations, supply chain/procurement, project management, planning, project controls and commercial teams. You will need a flexible approach to working as the role will be based in Inchinnan, Glasgow, with the expectation to travel as required to support the bids and project teams as required. Key Duties and Responsibilities: • Preparation of detailed project baseline cost and revenue budget and regular EAC reforecasts in collaboration with the Project team and present the information to stakeholders as required., • Perform Value of Work Done (VOWD) assessments through project life, compare to planned progress, identify and mitigate slippage and escalate issues to management., • Responsible for the preparation and population of project specific forecasting and cost tracker model; highlighting performance improvements., • Providing project monthly revenue and profit margin information including intercompany information for actuals, forecasts and annual budget process in accordance with IFRS15 accounting standard., • Prepare and document Accounting based papers to support the accounting treatment for the project covering appropriate accounting standards and to update as required., • Conduct cost variance analysis and sensitivity analysis and identify opportunities, risks and mitigations where available to the Project Manager., • Ensure costs are correctly allocated to cost accounts/work orders, review correct coding of requisitions, purchase orders, contracts, invoices, variations, reconciling costs to the General Ledger and investigating variances., • Facilitate and participate in lessons learnt sessions on project delivery and feedback to the responsible functions to ensure these are captured and acted upon to improve future project delivery., • Manage multi-currency project reporting and FX exposure, • Manage intercompany recharges, cost allocations, and project-related billing. What were looking for: You will have a strong focus on uplifting the quality and standard of output of the finance team along with driving deeper financial insight with active business partnering. Focussed on delivering results, you will be objective orientated with a detailed mindset. An effective problem solver with excellent people management skills. Collaborating effectively with team members, senior management teams, executives and third parties such as Auditors. Give clarity in conveying complex financial information in a clear and understandable manner. You will have excellent analytical review skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time. Key skills, knowledge and experience: • ICAS/ACCA/CIMA qualification., • Proven track record in a similar role (e.g. Project Management Accountant, Cost controller etc.) and industry (e.g. Oil & Gas, engineering or manufacturing)., • Proficient user of Microsoft Excel., • Experience of ERP systems (e.g. Glovia, SAP, Oracle etc.)., • Experience working with multi-currency projects, • Understanding of intercompany accounting and multi-entity structures Why join us? Competitive benefits tailored to the division. Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation. A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions. Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability. About Us: James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the worlds most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers assets. JFD is the world leading underwater capability provider, serving the commercial and defence markets with innovative diving, submarine and hyperbaric rescue, technical solutions and services. Operating worldwide, the company is the worlds leading provider of submarine rescue capability and an established provider of submarine escape training. The company is at the forefront of Hyperbaric Rescue, along with being the leading supplier of commercial and defence diving equipment and saturation diving systems to the commercial industry. Visit our website at: If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click apply now! Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.

Hays is delighted to be supporting a large organisation based in Glasgow City Centre with the appointment of a Temporary Project Accountant (rolling 6 month contract for ~18 months). Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business fo

Management Accountant | Glasgow | Permanent | Full Time | Hybrid | £40,000-£50,000 + Benefits Your new company Hays is delighted to be representing a well-establishedand growing energy organisation operating across multiple entities within theUK. The business works in a regulated, project-driven environment andplaces strong emphasis on financial control, compliance, and commercialinsight. With a collaborative culture and a clearly structured financefunction, the organisation offers an environment where finance professionalsare encouraged to add value beyond the numbers and support operational andstrategic decision-making. Your new role AsManagement Accountant, you will play a key role supporting the FinancialController and the wider business. The position has responsibility for thepreparation of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss, balancesheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and supporting commentary. You willmanage weekly cash flow forecasting, oversee working capital performance acrossreceivables and payables, and ensure day-to-day cash requirements are effectively controlled. Inaddition, you will lead the budgeting and rolling forecast processes, workingclosely with key stakeholders across the business to gather and interpretfinancial information. The role also includes responsibility for quarterly VATreturns, oversight and approval of payroll prepared by a third-partyprovider, and leadership of the month-end close process. You will support external auditsand assist with the preparation of draft statutory accounts, ensuringcompliance with UK GAAP, internal controls, and group accounting policies. Beyond core reporting,the role provides meaningful commercial exposure. You will support weekly KPIreporting, analyse business unit performance, and contribute financial andcommercial insight to tender submissions, including financial modelling, cost assumptions,and working capital considerations. You will regularly review the cost base toensure appropriate labour and overhead recovery rates and play an active rolein identifying opportunities to improve processes, controls, and operationalefficiency. The position also includes supporting system and ERP enhancementsand providing guidance and support to an Assistant Accountant as part of thewider finance team. What you'll need to succeed Tosucceed in this role, you will have prior experience in a management accountingor financial analysis position within a similar commercial or project-basedenvironment. You will be professionally qualified, or studying towardsqualification, with CIMA, ACCA, ACA, or an equivalent accountancyqualification. You willbring strong technical accounting skills, including experience producingmanagement accounts, cash flow forecasts, budgets, and VAT returns, along withconfidence working with Excel and financial or ERP systems. Experience usingPower BI is beneficial, and exposure to EFACS would be advantageous, althoughnot essential. Just as important is your ability to communicate financialinformation clearly to non-finance stakeholders, manage multiple priorities totight deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively. A proactivemindset focused on continuous improvement, strong financial governance, andcommercial awareness will be critical to your success. What you'll get in return In return, you will secure a broad and impactfulManagement Accountant role within a growing energy-focusedorganisation. You will work closely with senior finance leadership, gainexposure to commercial decision-making, and have the opportunity to influencefinancial processes, controls, and business performance. This role offersgenuine responsibility, visibility, and long-term developmentpotential for a qualified or nearly qualified accountant looking to progresstheir career. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4784127

Michael Page are delighted to partner with our client to recruit a Project Accountant. The role sits with portfolio of products and projects including complex product development, systems integration, product manufacturing and service support projects. The role will take responsibility for a portfolio of projects, and will become the primary financial contact for those projects and become a key member of those project delivery teams. Client Details Our client is market leading Global Manufacturing Business and has a varied portfolio of projects, across Air, Land and Sea domains, including complex product development, systems integration, product manufacturing and service support projects. The Business is enjoying a period of high growth that is anticipated to continue across our 5-year planning period. The role will operate across the business in a visible role and will offer a fantastic platform for development and progression. Description The successful candidate will likely have the following responsibilities: • Ensure that forecast orders, sales and invoicing are updated on a regular basis including identifying R&O's monthly, • Assist in the completion of the Program Dashboards and CSRs., • Monitor project expenditure and delivery with a tight focus on cash milestones., • Support Programme Managers to understand actual costs incurred., • Support Prog...

The Project Accountant will ensure accurate and timely reporting of long-term projects and services — actual and forecast financial performance, from both project performance and Financial Accounting perspectives in accordance with IFRS15 and other applicable accounting standards. They will implem

Finance Assistant (Hybrid) Glasgow £13.00 - £13.50 per hour My client, a well-established organisation based in Glasgow, is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their growing finance team on an immediate start basis. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity and would suit someone with 1-2 years' experience in a transactional finance role who is keen to progress their career. This is an excellent opportunity for development, as my client offers a graduate apprenticeship scheme, supporting employees to complete their ACCA qualification. Dedicated weekly study time is provided to support this. The role will predominantly support Accounts Payable, with additional exposure to Accounts Receivable and Credit Control. The client is looking for a proactive individual who can manage their own workload and contribute positively to the wider finance function. Benefits * Hybrid working * Half-day Fridays * Flexible working hours * Pension scheme * EV salary sacrifice scheme * Healthshield Duties and Responsibilities * Processing supplier invoices in line with company procedures and policies * Managing the Accounts Payable inbox * Reconciling supplier statements to ensure all invoices are received * Processing employee expenses and credit card claims * Raising and issuing project sales invoices * Maintaining cash forecasts and supporting weekly payment runs with the Assistant Accountant * Processing employee timesheets on a weekly basis * Assisting the wider finance team with ad hoc queries to ensure smooth day-to-day operations Ideal Candidate * Experience using Sage (desirable) * Previous experience in a similar finance role * Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines * Proactive, organised, and keen to learn If you're interested in this position, or would like to hear more about other roles I'm currently working on, please get in touch at (url removed). Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Finance Assistant (Hybrid) Glasgow £26,000 - £27,000 This role is offered as an initial 6-month fixed-term contract, with a possibility of becoming permanent. Our client, a well-established organisation based in Glasgow, is looking to recruit a Finance Assistant to join their growing finance team on an immediate start basis. This opportunity would suit someone with 1-2 years' experience in a transactional finance role who is keen to develop and progress their career. This position offers excellent scope for development. The organisation supports employees through a graduate apprenticeship scheme, including sponsorship towards an ACCA qualification, with dedicated weekly study time provided. The role will primarily focus on Accounts Payable, with additional exposure to Accounts Receivable and Credit Control. The successful candidate will be proactive, well organised, and comfortable managing their own workload while contributing positively to the wider finance function. Benefits * Hybrid working * Half-day Fridays * Flexible working hours * Pension scheme * EV salary sacrifice scheme * Healthshield Key Responsibilities * Processing supplier invoices in line with company procedures and policies * Managing the Accounts Payable inbox * Reconciling supplier statements to ensure all invoices are accounted for * Processing employee expenses and company credit card claims * Raising and issuing project sales invoices * Supporting cash forecasting and weekly payment runs alongside the Assistant Accountant * Processing weekly employee timesheets * Assisting the wider finance team with ad hoc queries to support smooth day-to-day operations About You * Previous experience in a similar finance role * Experience using Sage (desirable) * Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload and meet deadlines * Proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop If you're interested in this opportunity, or would like to hear about other roles currently available, please get in touch at (url removed). Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Does the idea of working for a global brand, shaping banking operations across international teams, sound right for you? Were looking for An experienced Accountant with previous leadership experience to oversee daily operations, support strategic delivery, and play a key role in process improvement, training, and system enhancements as Banking Manager. Youll need Proven experience in Banking or Treasury Accounting Strong project management capability Experience managing workloads, deadlines, and team delivery Knowledge of controls and SOX compliance Ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively Experience leading or supporting audits and reconciliations You are Youre highly organised, detail-focused, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. You can juggle multiple priorities, drive performance, and motivate teams to deliver excellent results. You bring a continuous improvement mindset and are passionate about delivering efficient, high-quality, customer-focused outcomes. The good stuff Opportunity to lead international teams and high-impact projects Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making Career progression within a global organisation Involvement in system implementations and process transformation Ongoing professional development and training Collaborative, supportive working environment Does this sound like you? Then we want to hear from you. Please get in touch today. TPBN1_UKTJ