Senior Project Accountant

Company: Zachary Daniels Recruitment
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Location: Greater London
Job Description:

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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Posted: April 17th, 2026