Senior Project Accountant | Global Retailer | US GAPP Required

5 Mth FTC (Paternity Cover)

West London | Hybrid 2 days in office

Salary up to £80,000 + benefits

We're urgently looking for an experienced Project Accountant with strong project experience to join a fast-paced, international finance team on a 5-month fixed-term contract. This is a hands-on role for a Qualified Accountant with leadership experience who can take ownership of project accounting across a US-led business.

What You'll Bring:

• ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with proven post-qualification experience

• Strong IFRS expertise; exposure to US GAAP essential

• Experience managing projects and overseeing accounting deliverables

• Leadership skills - able to guide and mentor 2 team members

• Advanced Excel and ERP system experience (Oracle, Anaplan or similar)

• Confident communicator, able to explain complex accounting to non-financial stakeholders

Why This Role is Exciting:

• Lead accounting for high-profile projects and operational initiatives

• Deliver key reporting, provide insightful analysis and recommendations, while maintaining strong reporting controls

• Produce management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash flow forecasts

• Drive process improvements and support system implementation

• Work across UK, EMEA, and US teams in a truly international environment

This is a fast-moving, impactful role - perfect for a technically strong, project-focused accountant ready to step into a leadership position.

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