Project Accountant
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£ 58000 - 62054
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Project Accountant
58000..00 Including London Weighting Allowance
Full Time Permanent
Who We Are
United Colleges Group educates over 11000 learners annually including young people adults apprentices and students with high needs across five campuses and two colleges: City of Westminster College and College of North West London. The Cockpit Theatre is also part of the Group.
With a turnover exceeding 50m we rank among the UKs top 20 largest college groups. We offer diverse vocational education and training for learners of all ages and levels.
Our mission is to provide outstanding knowledge remove barriers to learning and deliver a unique enjoyable and rewarding experience tailored to individual aspirations.
Were currently seeking an experienced Project Accountant to lead financial oversight of our 161m Wembley Park Campus redevelopment supported by 32m in grant funding.
About the Role
As the Project Accountant you will be at the heart of our capital development strategyensuring effective accounting procedures accurate project cost tracking and compliance with grant funding this role you will work closely with internal teams and external partners including the Colleges Director of Development Bidwells Stace (our external cost consultants) and key funding bodies like the DfE GLA and Brent Borough Council.
Key Responsibilities
As Project Accountant you will oversee financial management for the 161 million Wembley Park redevelopment ensuring accurate cost tracking grant compliance and timely reporting. Youll liaise with internal teams external project managers cost consultants and funding bodies to monitor cashflows manage funding claims and maintain financial controls. Your role includes integrating project finances into the Colleges systems developing reporting tools in Sage Intacct supporting audits and ensuring proper accounting of assets and VAT compliance. Youll also contribute to related capital projects and provide wider support across the Finance team.
What Were Looking For
Essential:
- A qualified accountant (or QBE accountant with a minimum of five years experience) with a strong background in finance.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service focus.
- Exceptional numerical and analytical skills with proficiency in MS Office (Word Excel Outlook).
- The ability to manage multiple priorities work independently and maintain high-quality financial controls.
- A commitment to the Colleges Equal Opportunities Policy and safeguarding procedures.
Desirable:
- Experience with Sage Intacct or similar financial systems.
- Advanced MS Excel skills and strong technical/analytical capabilities.
- Familiarity with legal documentation particularly from a finance perspective.
How to Apply
If youre ready to join a Group that has the resources to develop the talents of both students and staff you can find more information on this role and details on how to apply by visiting our dedicated recruitment microsite: you can e-mail us at for more information quoting the job reference.
Please note that we may close the application prior to the listed date should sufficient applicants be received.
United Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to full-vetting procedures including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services Check.
Employment Type
Contract
