Project Accountant jobs in United Kingdom

Application Deadline: 4 January 2026

Department: Solar Team - Desk Based

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire

Compensation: £30,000 - £33,000 / year

We're looking for candidates who can work from our Lincoln office 5 days a week due to the collaborative nature of this role.

As a Junior Project Manager at Good Energy, you'll be at the heart of delivering our renewable energy services and solar installations. Working under the close supervision of the Head of Commercial Operations, you'll manage diverse projects from start to finish, playing a key role in supporting our clients’ journey to Net Zero. You'll build strong relationships with clients and ensure our projects are delivered smoothly and successfully.

Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple renewable energy projects from initiation to completion.
• Retain strong relationships with client consultancies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Generate project quotes and develop detailed project programs.
• Monitor and measure project performance against key metrics (on time, in budget) using automated reporting.
• Schedule project activities and updates using our CRM system.
• Issue and follow up on invoices to ensure timely payments.
• Coordinate effectively with sub-contractors, site managers, and District Network Operators (DNOs).
• Provide regular updates to clients and present project progress in meetings.
• Assist with fault finding and problem resolution on projects.
• Collaborate with and delegate tasks to project administrators.
• Work closely with accounts and stock procurement teams.
• Undertake occasional site visits as required.

We're looking for an enthusiastic and confident self-starter who is eager to launch their career in renewable energy project management. You'll be a fast learner with excellent communication skills, ready to take on a variety of tasks and work collaboratively within a dynamic team.

Essentials:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook.
• No prior project management experience required, but a strong desire to learn and grow.
• High level of confidence and a proactive, self‑starting attitude.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Full UK Driving License and access to your own car.

Desirables:

• Some understanding or experience with Solar PV or the wider energy industry.

For this role, we’re looking for candidates to be based in our Ringwood office. Full‑time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday. Flexible working options are available. Candidates should be able to join us from January 2026 onwards.

• 8% annual bonus: company‑wide bonus scheme designed to reward collective teamwork and delivery of results across the whole business.
• Holiday: 25 days annual leave, a day off for your birthday, additional days leave for long service, plus bank holidays. You’ll also have the option to buy additional leave, allowing for a better work‑life balance.
• Ethical Pension with Aviva: Good Energy offers an ethical pension plan provided by Aviva, with employer‑matched contributions up to 7.5% of your base salary.
• EV Leasing & cycle to work: Good Energy offers an EV leasing scheme and a cycle to work scheme for all employees.
• Life Assurance: We offer a cash lump sum of 6X your salary for your family/next of kin — giving you peace of mind.
• Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme powered by YuLife, for confidential support with life’s more difficult moments — whether work related or not. Access to the YuLife app and earn rewards for being active.