Interim Project Accountant

Manage the financial aspects of projects from initiation through to completion

Provide project accounting support, including budgeting, cost tracking, and reporting

Prepare and support basic monthly management accounts and variance analysis

Assist with budget monitoring and financial performance reporting

Identify and implement process improvements within finance operations

Work closely with senior finance leadership to support financial controls and reporting

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

Experience in project accounting, ideally managing projects end-to-end

Experience preparing management accounts and financial reporting

Strong process improvement mindset with a methodical approach

Comfortable operating in an interim, hands-on environment

Experience within charity, higher education, or not-for-profit organisations

Familiarity with restricted funding or grant-based environments

Duration: 3-6 months

Location: Oxford (some on-site presence expected)

Start: As soon as possible