Project Accountant

Join a renowned not-for-profit organisation as a Finance Project Accountant within a mission-focused environment. Based in Poole, this role offers a chance to contribute to a pivotal digital transformation, supporting lifesaving operations at a forward-thinking charity. With a collaborative culture and a commitment to impact, the organisation values innovation and professional growth, backed by comprehensive benefits and a supportive team atmosphere.

What will the Project Accountant role involve?

• Supporting the delivery of efficient and compliant finance processes aligned with strategic goals, fostering digital transformation across financial operations
• Acting as a key liaison between finance and technical teams, influencing the design and implementation of ERP systems and financial systems optimisation
• Ensuring integrity in financial reporting and compliance, while adapting processes to legislative and regulatory changes
• Collaborating with external vendors and internal stakeholders to streamline workflows, improve data quality, and enhance decision-making tools
• Contributing to organisational financial resilience through process innovation and effective risk management

Suitable Candidate for the Project Accountant vacancy:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified, or with substantial experience in finance process improvement and ERP systems
• Proven background in large-scale digital transformation projects, ideally within the charity or public sector
• Strong knowledge of core finance processes such as procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, and financial reporting systems
• Excellent communicator with stakeholder engagement skills, capable of translating finance needs into technological solutions
• Demonstrates a strategic outlook with a meticulous approach to compliance, data governance, and process optimisation

Additional benefits and information for the role of Project Accountant:

• Progressive career development pathways within a purpose-driven organisation
• Free access to professional training and development resources
• Opportunities to influence transformational change within a high-profile sector
• Flexibility to support work-life balance through hybrid working arrangements
• Salary will be dependent on experience

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