Project Accounting Controller
hays-gcj-v4-pd-online • Milton Keynes, England • Posted June 17, 2026
About the Role
Interim Project Accountant
Milton Keynes | 3 days per week on-site Interim assignment | Potential to go permanent
We are currently partnering with a client to appoint an Interim Project Accountant on an initial interim basis, with the role expected to transition to permanent subject to performance and business need.
This is a high‑impact role requiring a CCAB‑qualified accountant, ideally available immediately, with strong experience in project, research or contract accounting.
Key Responsibilities:Post‑award accounting for research, consultancy and large-scale projects Production of invoices and funding claims Preparing for and managing contract and funder audits Reviewing contract performance and identifying variances, risks and issues Supporting budgeting and forecasting across project portfolios Oversight of a small team, ensuring a accustomedness, enabling approach aligned to Enable, Delivering and Assuring principles
Milton Keynes | 3 days per week on-site Interim assignment | Potential to go permanent
We are currently partnering with a client to appoint an Interim Project Accountant on an initial interim basis, with the role expected to transition to permanent subject to performance and business need.
This is a high‑impact role requiring a CCAB‑qualified accountant, ideally available immediately, with strong experience in project, research or contract accounting.
Key Responsibilities: