Project Accountant

Dubizzle Limited; Sedgefield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking a detail-oriented finance professional to provide critical financial insights and guidance within project management. The role involves monitoring project expenditure, revenue recognition, and capitalisation of development costs. Ideal candidates are either qualified accountants or excellent finalists with strong financial analytical skills and communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Outstanding salary

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented finance professional with strong analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with departments and senior leaders.
• Experience with financial software and analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial insights and guide project management teams.
• Monitor project expenditure and track variance reports.
• Support bid management and funding applications.

Skills

Detail orientation

Communication skills

Proficient in financial software

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified accountant or finalist

Tools

Financial analysis tools

Job description

About Filtronic

Filtronic plc is a leading designer and manufacturer of high-performance radio frequency (RF), microwave, and millimetre-wave (mmWave) subsystems, specialising in mission-critical communication networks. Since 1977, we have built a strong reputation as trusted partners to global technology leaders across the telecommunications infrastructure, aerospace and defence, space, and critical communications sectors. Our legacy of innovation and engineering excellence has positioned us at the forefront of advanced connectivity solutions worldwide, and we continue to grow as we deliver cutting-edge technology for some of the most exciting programmes in the industry.

We are an AIM listed plc, on a rapid growth trajectory, recently named Business of the Year at the North East Business Awards and winner of Best Technology Award at the AIM Awards 2025. With record revenues (£56.3M FY2025), landmark space and defence contracts, and a clear roadmap for innovation, this is the moment for exceptionally talented people to join us on our exciting journey.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with the project management team to provide strong financial insights and guidance, tracking both progress and financial performance.
• Monitor project expenditure against planned costs and variance reporting.
• Monitor revenue recognition and project profitability.
• Proactively undertake cost analysis of direct costs and project costs to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve project efficiency.
• Margin analysis of projects in both engineering and manufacturing.
• Compute and prepare cost rate decks.
• Support bid management and the commercial team with key financial inputs and bid review.
• Support funding applications and manage grant reporting requirements.
• Analyse inventory and segment by project ensuring accurate inventory valuation.
• Capitalisation of development costs and R&D tax credit computations.
• Assist preparation of annual budgets and ongoing forecast data for input into financial planning tools.
• Develop and streamline financial systems and processes for better project financial management.
• Ensure compliance with financial procedures and internal controls.
• Adhoc support to the finance team including audit requirements.

Skills/Attributes/Experience

Preferably a qualified accountant but prepared to consider excellent finalist.

Will suit a detail orientated finance professional.

Good communication skills to liaise with other departments and senior leaders.

Proficient in the use of financial software and analysis tools.

Organised with an attention to detail.

We recognise the value of exceptional talent. That's why this role is backed by an outstanding salary and benefits package.

Please call Bruce Mair, our Talent Partner, on 07483 917543 (anytime) if you would like further details on this important role, or to clarify the salary and benefits package, before investing your time in applying.

Equal Opportunities

Filtronic plc is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status. If you require any adjustments or accommodations to support you during the interview process, please let us know and we will be happy to assist.