We’re recruiting for a Project Accountant to join a flagship rail infrastructure programme delivering the next generation of Piccadilly Line trains as part of the Deep Tube Upgrade Programme (DTUP), on a 14‑month fixed‑term contract.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a high‑performing finance team supporting one of the UK's most significant engineering projects. You’ll work closely with project managers, commercial teams and finance colleagues, providing accurate financial information that drives key business decisions and supports the successful delivery of a complex, multi‑million‑pound programme.
The Role
Take ownership of key financial activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring accurate reporting, forecasting and financial control.
Manage month‑end financial close activities.
Prepare and post journals within SAP.
Produce financial reports, including Orders on Hand and DASH reporting.
Analyse month‑end financial performance and project results.
Support project forecasting and estimate‑at‑completion (EAC) activities.
Monitor project costs and maintain strong financial control.
Manage purchase orders and track project expenditure.
Complete balance sheet reconciliations and ensure financial compliance.
Support revenue recognition and contract accounting activities.
Assist with project cash‑flow forecasting and financial planning.
Identify project risks and support financial risk management.
Work collaboratively with Project Managers and Commercial teams to improve financial performance and reporting processes.
About You




We’re looking for a finance professional with strong analytical skills and experience supporting complex projects.
Essential Skills & Experience
Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline.
Part‑qualified accountant (or equivalent experience).
Approximately 2–5 years of accounting or finance experience.
Experience within a project accounting or project finance environment.
Strong understanding of month‑end accounting and financial reporting.
SAP experience.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including working with large datasets.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and take ownership.
Desirable
Power BI experience.
Experience within engineering, manufacturing, construction, infrastructure or other project‑based industries.
What We’re Looking For
This role is centred around project accounting within a complex, high‑value programme environment. To be successful, candidates should be able to demonstrate tangible experience managing project finances and contributing to commercial decision‑making.
When applying, your CV should clearly evidence:
The size and complexity of projects or project portfolios you’ve supported.
The financial value or budgets you have managed or reported on.




Quantifiable achievements and the impact your work has had on project or business performance.
Hands‑on experience with Estimate at Completion (EAC) preparation and management.
Project cost control and financial performance monitoring.
Revenue recognition.
Contract accounting.
Project financial risk management.
Cash‑flow forecasting.
These areas will form a key part of the interview process, so applicants should be prepared to discuss specific examples that demonstrate their direct involvement and the outcomes they achieved.
Excel Assessment
Robust Excel skills are essential for this position. As part of the application process, candidates are required to complete three Excel pre‑screening questions. Responses should be submitted on a coversheet and included ahead of the CV. These questions are designed to assess practical Excel knowledge relevant to the Project Accountant role and will be reviewed before candidates progress to interview.
What’s on Offer
Opportunity to work on one of the UK’s largest rail infrastructure programmes.
Hybrid working (typically three days in the office).
Collaborative and supportive finance team.
Exposure to complex project accounting within a global engineering business.
Training on internal systems and processes.
Fixed‑term opportunity through to September 2027 with genuine responsibility from day one.
If you’re looking to develop your career in project finance while working on a nationally significant programme, we’d love to hear from you.

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