Project Accountant: Grant Reporting & Compliance

Centre for Ecology & Hydrology; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An environmental research institute in the UK is seeking a skilled Project Accountant to join its Finance team. In this role, you will manage post-award monitoring and lead financial project reviews for UKRI-funded research projects. The ideal candidate will have accountancy training or qualification, experience with UKRI grant management, and strong Excel skills. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, supporting an inclusive and equitable workplace.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Dental insurance

Gym/fitness discounts

Retail discount portal

Qualifications

• Experience with JeS or Joint Funding Service is preferred.
• Proven experience in external funder reporting and audit processes is required.
• Strong organizational skills and workload management.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and deliver financial project reviews.
• Collaborate on tailored reporting templates.
• Guide colleagues through complex financial reporting.

Skills

Accountancy training or qualification

Experience with UKRI post-award grant management

Strong financial systems experience

Excellent Excel skills

Education

Trainee, part or fully qualified accountant

Tools

Workday

Job description

An environmental research institute in the UK is seeking a skilled Project Accountant to join its Finance team. In this role, you will manage post-award monitoring and lead financial project reviews for UKRI-funded research projects. The ideal candidate will have accountancy training or qualification, experience with UKRI grant management, and strong Excel skills. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, supporting an inclusive and equitable workplace.