A superb opportunity has arisen to join a global business based in Mid Kent as a Project Finance Manager.
We’re looking for a proactive and commercially minded individual to join a dynamic Project Accounting team supporting large-scale transformation initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in driving financial performance across complex programmes, partnering closely with project leaders and influencing decision-making from day one.
If you enjoy combining financial rigour with strategic insight — and want to see the tangible impact of your work — this role offers both challenge and visibility.
The Role
You will:
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Provide project accounting support across major transformation programmes, ensuring financial information is accurate, timely, and aligned with business needs
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Partner with project teams to review, challenge, and refine financial assumptions, forecasts, and budgets
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Deliver insightful analysis and reporting to optimise programme performance and monitor profitability and working capital
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Implement and maintain strong financial controls in line with governance frameworks and audit requirements
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Support projects across the full lifecycle — from setup and forecasting through to reporting, analysis, and closure
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Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure financial processes enable delivery of programme objectives
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Line manage 1–2 team members, supporting their development and performance
About You
We’re looking for someone who brings:
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Experience in project finance, financial planning, or programme accounting within complex environments
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Strong analytical skills and confidence working with stakeholders to influence outcomes
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Advanced Excel skills and the ability to quickly learn new systems
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Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) — or nearing completion — highly desirable
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Leadership or people management experience (advantageous)
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Experience in construction or large capital programmes (desirable but not essential)
The Team
You’ll join a collaborative Project Accounting function that works closely with programme and operational teams, providing financial control and business partnering across significant transformation initiatives. The team plays a critical role in ensuring financial decisions support long-term success and continuous improvement.
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary
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Generous pension scheme
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Flexible health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits
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Private healthcare options
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Employee discounts and additional perks
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Opportunity to contribute to high-profile programmes with real organisational impact
If you have the relevant experience and looking to work in Mid Kent then apply today!