Project Accountant - FTC

KP Snacks

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract (FTC) role for a Project Accountant. The position is hybrid, requiring regular travel to Ashby and Billingham sites, with the option to be based at either site and flexibility for remote work. The role involves providing clear financial visibility, robust cost control, and insightful reporting for complex, cross-functional activities. The Project Accountant will ensure project spend is well managed, risks are identified early, and financial performance remains on track. This involves close collaboration with stakeholders in Finance, Operations, and Project teams to support strong governance and guide decision-making through accurate financial insights. The role requires bringing structure and discipline to cost tracking, forecasting, and reporting, improving transparency and financial control. Identifying risks and opportunities, supporting mitigation plans, and driving continuous improvement in financial processes are also key aspects. A strong eye for detail and a proactive approach are essential to ensure the business can confidently deliver its plans with high standards of financial accuracy and accountability.

Requirements

Strong financial and analytical capability
Advanced Excel skills with the ability to interpret and present complex data clearly
Attention to detail and rigour
A high level of accuracy with a structured approach to planning and reporting
Stakeholder engagement skills
Confidence working with senior stakeholders and building strong relationships
Proactive and self-starting mindset
A driven approach with the ability to identify issues and take ownership of solutions
Degree qualified or equivalent
Part-qualified CIMA or ACCA preferred

Responsibilities

Own cost tracking and reporting, maintaining accurate project cost trackers, ensuring alignment with approvals and scope changes, and delivering clear, timely reporting.
Strengthen financial governance by managing approvals, tracking risks, and ensuring adherence to accounting standards and governance processes across all spend.
Identify and manage financial risks by proactively spotting overspend and risks, escalating where needed, and supporting practical mitigation actions.
Support stakeholders and decision-making by providing clear financial insight to senior stakeholders through governance forums.
Drive financial control across programmes by monitoring spend, analysing variances, and improving forecasting to increase visibility and control across project and BAU costs.