Project Accountant

Job Title: Telecoms Project Accountant Location: Braintree, Essex (Office-based, 5 days per week) Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 16:30 (40 hours/week, 30-minute lunch break) Contract: Permanent Probation Period: 6 months Annual Leave: Statutory entitlement About the Role Market 36 Recruitment has an exciting opportunity for a Telecoms Project Accountant to join a growing and dynamic finance team within a forward-thinking engineering environment. This is a hands-on role ideal for a finance professional looking to develop their skills within a fast-paced and evolving telecoms industry. Working closely with the Finance Director and operational teams, the successful candidate will play a key role in managing project finances from budgeting through to reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and insight throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Project Financial Management * Assist in preparing and managing budgets, forecasts, and cost tracking for multiple telecoms projects. * Monitor project expenditures and provide variance analysis to operational teams. Cost Control & Analysis * Track project-related expenses to ensure alignment with budgets and contractual obligations. * Analyse cost trends, identifying potential overruns, savings, and risks. Revenue Recognition * Support revenue recognition in line with accounting standards and project milestones. * Ensure timely billing and accurate recording of project revenues. Project Accounting Support * Maintain accurate records of all project-related financial activity. * Contribute to month-end and year-end processes including reconciliations, accruals, and reporting. Financial Reporting * Produce regular financial reports, including budget vs actuals, cash flow projections, and KPIs. * Assist in preparing data for internal and external audits. Qualifications (Essential): * A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. * Actively studying towards (or qualified in) a professional accounting qualification (e.g., CIMA, ACCA). Experience (Desirable): * Prior experience or internships in finance/accounting, especially with project accounting exposure. * Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, revenue recognition, and cost management. * Proficiency in Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Sage). * Experience in telecoms or infrastructure sectors is a bonus, but not required. Key Skills: * Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail. * Effective communicator, able to translate financial information for non-finance stakeholders. * Organised and able to manage multiple deadlines. * Proactive, solutions-focused, and collaborative team player. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their financial expertise in a project-based setting, with real impact on operational success. If you're ready to grow your career in an exciting and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you

Location: Bocking, GB

Posted Date: 5/10/2025