Project Cost Accountant

HS2 Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company is seeking a finance professional to maintain equipment registers and support cash management activities. The role requires strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle complex data. The successful candidate will join a diverse team dedicated to major infrastructure projects, including high-speed rail development. Flexible working options and supportive policies are offered, making it an ideal workplace for professionals passionate about construction finance.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Free parking & travel allowance

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• Strong attention to detail in managing complex data.
• Desirable experience in construction-related accounting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the BBVJV Equipment Register and Equipment Disposal Tracker.
• Complete monthly cashflow consolidation and submit invoices in CEMAR.
• Review and improve financial and administrative processes.
• Manage daily cash activities and support cashflow forecasting.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Intermediate-level Excel skills

Technical understanding of accounting routines

Tools

Oracle systems

MS Office applications

Job description

HS2, Britain’s new high-speed railway is at peak construction. Balfour Beatty VINCI is HS2’s construction partner in the Midlands, responsible for delivering 90km of the route, from Long Itchington in Warwickshire to the centre of Birmingham and on to Handsacre in Staffordshire.

Now is a great time to join us and be part of a diverse team of nearly 9,000 people from over 80 nationalities working together to deliver major assets including bridges, tunnels and viaducts. Whether onsite or officed based all colleagues have a key part to play in delivering this critical transport infrastructure project.

Location

Based at Fort Dunlop – this location sits on the eastern edge of Birmingham, adjacent to the M6 motorway, providing excellent transport links into the city and across the region. Fort Dunlop serves as a key hub within IPT Area North, supporting operations that span multiple sublots and regional activities. Its strategic position makes it an important point for coordination and access, with proximity to major infrastructure routes ensuring connectivity to both the Central Region and wider project areas.

Role Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the BBVJV Equipment Register, Equipment Disposal Tracker, and support balance sheet processes, including clearing balances and assisting the BB Newcastle team.
• Complete monthly cashflow consolidation, actualisation, and preparation/submission of the monthly Application for Payment (AfP) and invoices in CEMAR.
• Review, challenge, and improve existing financial and administrative processes, including updates to Finance & Admin Plan, DLA, and Treasury Policy.
• Provide support across the Finance Team, including ad‑hoc duties for senior finance leaders and guidance to graduates/apprentices.
• Manage daily cash activities such as payment runs, cash movement updates, identification of payment risks, and support for monthly cashflow forecasting and other cash‑related tasks.
• Strong technical understanding of accounting routines and procedures, with the ability to manage complex data accurately and with high attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, including at least intermediate‑level Excel skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to build effective working relationships under time pressure.
• Desirable experience includes construction‑related accounting and familiarity with Oracle systems.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK to be considered.

Why Join Us

Flexible working options

Free parking & travel allowance (where eligible)

Family‑friendly policies

Wellbeing support & flu vaccinations

About Us

Balfour Beatty VINCI is a joint venture with over 30 years of experience delivering iconic infrastructure, including the Channel Tunnel, Crossrail, and upgrading some of the UK’s busiest motorways. On HS2, we’re building everything from viaducts and tunnels to bridges and embankments across the West Midlands.

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming people from all backgrounds, abilities and neurodiversities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities.

Flexible Working

We’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements to suit your needs, aligned with project requirements.