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Katie Holmes

Manager

Accountant

£40,000 - £45,000 p/a

Permanent

Braintree, Essex

A client of ours in the Braintree area are recruiting an Accountant to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 8.00am - 4.30pm and paying £40,000 - £45,000 per annum depending on experience.

Reporting to the FD, key duties include but are not limited to:

Project Financial Management:

  • Support accurate accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking for projects.
  • Monitor expenditures and report variances.

Cost Control & Analysis:

  • Track expenses against budgets/contracts.
  • Analyse cost trends and identify risks or savings.
  • Ensure proper cost allocation with project managers.

Revenue Recognition:

  • Assist in revenue calculation and billing per standards and contracts.
  • Ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition.

Project Accounting Support:

  • Maintain accurate records of project invoices, costs, and revenues.
  • Support month-/year-end closings, reconciliations, and reporting.
  • Prepare financial statements and reports.

Financial Reporting:

  • Prepare reports on budgets, P&L, cash flow, and KPIs.
  • Support audits and ensure data accuracy.
  • Handle internal reporting for management and stakeholders.

Collaboration & Communication:

  • Coordinate with teams and stakeholders to provide financial insights.
  • Ensure alignment between finance and operations.
  • Help resolve project finance issues.


Skills and Experience required to be considered for this Accountant position:

  • CIMA or ACCA accountancy qualified.
  • Previous finance or project accounting experience essential
  • Proficient within accountancy software
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Experience within the telecommunications industry desirable but not essential.


If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Accountant position, please apply with your CV and contact Katie at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat. #accountsjobs

Date: 12th May 2025

Job ref: KH94272_1747060449