About the Role:

This position is suited for individuals with a methodical approach, eager to leverage their project accounting expertise within a dynamic environment. As a valued contributor, you'll play a pivotal role in refining business processes and enriching organisational insights. Fostering collaborative relationships across departments will be essential to influence strategic decisions and facilitate change.

Part-time Role:
25 hours per week, spread across 5 days

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct monthly project reporting and quarterly forecasting for a million-plus grant-funded project
• Rigorously monitor expenditure against budget, ensuring compliance with funding guidelines
• Assist in quarterly submissions to UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and address finance queries from UKRI
• Facilitate successful grant claims post-quarter end
• Cultivate effective partnerships with the Project Management team, providing guidance on allowable expenditures as per UKRI regulations
• Assist in project setup and maintenance within SAP Business ByDesign
• Develop proficiency in SAP Business ByDesign, utilising it for journal postings, timesheet tracking, and report generation
• Manage Capex projects, asset under construction, and fixed assets
• Track project cash flow and integrate cash outflows into quarterly grant claims
• Provide support for financial reporting and analysis of the China legal entity when required
• Opportunity for involvement in other projects or cost centers
• Identify opportunities to standardise, streamline, and enhance process accuracy
• Engage in various ad hoc requirements as needed

Education / Qualifications:

• Strong A levels with a minimum of 3 "B" grades (excluding General Studies)
• Bachelor's degree with a 2.1 classification
• Professional qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with first-time exam passes

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years post-qualification experience
• Experience within engineering or manufacturing sectors preferred
• Proficient in project accounting principles
• Advanced Excel skills, capable of creating diverse data models for accounting and finance purposes
• Familiarity with accounting and forecasting software such as SAP Business ByDesign
• Ability to leverage IT tools to drive business performance and enhance management reporting
• Experience in a fast-paced global environment is advantageous

Personal Qualities and Competencies:

• Self-driven with a collaborative mindset
• Quick learner with a commitment to meeting deadlines
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Advanced Excel proficiency, including modeling and forecasting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient in written English
• Reliable and adaptable

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