Project Accountant

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Accountant to join our team on a fixed term contract. This role offers great exposure working on interesting and vital projects where you will be the direct liaison between the project and finance teams. This is a hybrid role with remote working and some onsite presence in our central Leeds office.

This is a 12-month fixed term contract.

About the role

As Project Accountant, you’ll deliver analytical financial modelling to support the evaluation and delivery of projects. The role also contributes expertise, insight and guidance to the continual improvement of financial processes to support the Society in delivering its strategic objectives. You will -

• Business Partner with key stakeholders to develop financial processes, reporting and project support

• Provide accurate and timely information to support and guide the project team in relation to finance requirements and inputs

• Input into development of financial processes to ensure their efficiency and accuracy

• Support other colleagues in the Finance department during peak periods for the delivery of outstanding service

• Assist the Accounting and Finance Systems teams with project deliverables

• Proactively participate in all significant decisions affecting the project working on behalf of Finance, you will carry out critical follow-up of all commercial and financial activity at every stage of the project

• Lead the development and rollout of process improvements across the finance team, system development, internal processes, and procedures to ensure the finance team can respond to business requirements in line with project deliverables

About you

You’ll have a proven track record in a Project Accountant role, with experience of working to tight deadlines and a high attention to detail. You will have –

• Accounting qualification (CIMA/ ACCA/ ACA) or equivalent

• Experience of finance project work with a track record of problem solving and process enhancement

• Proven skills in building positive and open relationships with the ability to work well in a team environment and with many different stakeholders

About us

At YBS we don’t have shareholders, we have members. We care about people and that includes you. So here, you’ll be respected for who you are, you’ll be able to bring your whole self to work, and you’ll have everything you need to build a long and rewarding career.

Flexibility. We offer a range of flexible working options without unsocial hours, which can help you find a healthy work-life balance. Whether it’s finishing early for an appointment or fitting your studies and hobbies in around your working hours, we can help make it work for you.

Development. We want you to feel challenged here. Whatever your ambitions, we’re committed to helping you develop your skills and move ahead in your career journey. From day one, we’ll set you up for success with a brilliant induction and full training plan, all designed to get you up to speed quickly.

Inclusivity. We’re passionate about creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome and able to be themselves. If you’ll go the extra mile to help our members, you’ll fit right in and feel you belong here.

About our Benefits

We offer lots of fantastic rewards that you can make the most of in and out of work, including:

• Holiday. You’ll get 25 days plus Bank Holidays, as well as the option to buy up to a further 5 days.

• Bonus. We work together to reach for better at YBS, so when we reach our goals we’re all rewarded, with up to a 10% annual bonus.

• Pension. We know how important it is to save towards the future, that’s why we’ll contribute up 11% into your YBS pension.

• Healthcare. Health and wellbeing are an important part of life at YBS, when you join us you’ll have access to a range of health benefits to suit your life including private medical insurance, dental and healthcare plans.

• My Benefits. When you join YBS you’ll have access to our self-service benefits portal, where you can access a range of retail, hospitality and health discounts.

Ready to apply?

If you’re excited about this role and want to be part of the YBS team, apply now to send us your application.

Want more information?

If you have any questions about this role, please contact Mike Peel on recruitment@ybs.co.uk

Please note applications are reviewed frequently therefore this role may close prior to the advertised closing date