Project Accountant (Associate Level)

ERM is seeking a motivated Project Accountant to join our Northern Europe Business Unit based in UK to support the finance function with general project accounting duties. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and exciting global environmental leader. ERM operates a collaborative environment, and this person will have the opportunity to continuously broaden their exposure and develop a rewarding finance career through working with our consultants and the rest of the Finance Team. RESPONSIBILITIES: The key responsibilities of this role will be to provide general financial support to Project Managers and Partners with managing their budgets successfully and help our business to improve our KPIs. In addition, the successful candidate will oversee the training, development and performance of the project accounts support team (6 people). They will be the key link between the Global Delivery Centre (based in India) and the Northern Europe Business Unit. The role will include duties such as: Project Set-up Project reviews Reconciliations of project variances and WIP Analysis of project costs against budget Support Project Managers with managing DSO days, by supporting Project Managers with invoicing and AR management and any associated queries Set-up and manage project trackers in Excel Ad-hoc queries Reporting Provide ongoing training of Project Managers, Partners and Administrators in the use of GMS and other financial management tools The project accountant must be able to develop strong working relationships with stakeholders on all levels and must therefore be very professional, outgoing and approachable. The role may involve some travel within the UK to local offices. REQUIREMENTS: The ideal candidate for this Project Accountant role could be Part-Qualified accountant (either ACCA, ACA or CIMA), BSc in finance or “Qualified by Experience”. Preferably, you will have experience of working within a large people-based organisation. You will demonstrate an eagerness to learn and develop in a varied role that will require you to adapt and manage in a changing environment. The successful candidate will have: Excellent communication skills Strong business acumen Attention to detail Pro-active self-starter, can work under own initiative Advanced excel skills Excellent analysis and problem-solving skills Out of the box thinker able to re-think historical processes and to initiate change Able to work well under pressure Good organisational skills Strong team player #LI-SD1 #LI-Hybrid †ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive, it an essential part of what makes ERM a great place to build a career and helps us create better solutions for our clients. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you. Our commitment doesn’t stop at hiring. Once you join us, we’ll ensure you have the tools, support, and adjustments needed to succeed and feel a true sense of belonging. Learn more about our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) efforts by visiting our website or exploring our 2025 Sustainability Report.. At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a “boots to boardroom” leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet. ERM Homepage Explore All Open Roles Explore Early Careers Roles Explore Experienced Professional Roles Explore Partnership Roles