Our Client Our client is a prestigious cultural, arts and education organisation. With a strong reputation for enriching public learning and cultural engagement, the organisation is embarking on a significant multi?year capital programme designed to modernise for its visitor experience.
This is an exciting time to join a forward?looking institution committed to investment, improvement and long?term sustainability. The finance function is evolving, with a focus on strengthening systems, processes and controls, creating a dynamic environment for an experienced project finance professional to make a lasting impact.
The Role The organisation is seeking a high?calibre Capital Project Accountant to take the lead on financial management for a major <£100 million project. This long term appointment requires someone confident, technically strong and highly autonomous, capable of setting up robust project finance processes from scratch and acting as the central point for all financial matters relating to the capital programme.
The role does not involve direct line management but requires deep hands?on involvement in modelling, forecasting, reporting and establishing the financial framework that will underpin the next phase of the development.
Main Duties - Establish core financial processes and controls for the capital project, including cashflow reporting and financial models
- Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts and monthly reporting packs
- Act as the primary finance contact for the project team, cost consultants, VAT advisers and suppliers
- Lead on supplier payment processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely approvals
- Produce high?quality financial evidence, baselines and audit-ready documentation
- Build and maintain Excel models to support forecasting and scenario planning
- Prepare monthly updates for senior stakeholders, including variance analysis and financial risks
- Collaborate closely with the Project Lead and Head of Finance through dotted?line reporting
- Provide ad?hoc analysis to support key decisions across the project lifecycle
The Successful Candidate - Qualified accountant (ACA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent) with significant capital project accounting experience (essential)
- Demonstrable skill in financial modelling and Excel
- Proven ability to operate independently, setting up processes in complex environments
- Strong communicator with confidence to challenge and influence stakeholders
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail and evidence?driven reporting capability
- Comfortable in a hands?on role involving detailed analysis and transactional oversight
What’s on Offer? - Potential for outside of IR35
- Flexible working, including consideration of a 4?day week
- Opportunity to lead the financial delivery of a major high?profile capital programme
- Hybrid working in London
- A role with significant strategic and operational impact
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We believe that diverse teams deliver stronger outcomes. Our client is committed to equality of opportunity and creating an inclusive environment where all individuals feel respected and supported. Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds, and we aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
