Leonardo
Project Accountant
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Project Accountant – Edinburgh
Salary Range
£53,269 – £60,000
Leonardo UK operates a grade-based salary framework with broad bands. This range reflects the approved band for this role (or a narrower range within it), benchmarked against the external market. Exceptions are managed via governance to protect internal equity.
Your Impact
Leonardo is an international leader in electronic and information technologies for defence systems and aerospace. Join us as a Project Accountant in Edinburgh—a role blending home-based flexibility with onsite work (at least 2 days/week).
As part of an integrated project team and Edinburgh Finance Team, you’ll:
- Manage financial reporting and management information for assigned projects, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and actionable insights for project teams.
- Work in a dynamic, fast-paced sector, contributing to innovative global solutions with statutory and high-value procurement support.
- Areas of focus:
- Database collection, processing, and reporting for project banking and financials.
- Supporting the Financial Controller with monthly forecasts, assumptions, and CSRs (Contract Status Reports).
- Advising on financial performance via monthly forecasts and business planning.
- Collaborating with project teams/budget holders on forecasts, investments, and business plans.
- Assisting Sector Programme Manager and VP during monthly reviews.
- Contributing financial insights to bid processes.
- Reconciling financial discrepancies and enforcing procedures/controls.
- Proactively improving processes and efficiencies across Finance teams.
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What You’ll Bring
Experience:
- AAT-qualified or part-qualified (CIMA/ACCA) desirable.
- Knowledge of IFRS 15 Revenue Recognition advantageous.
Skills:
- Strong communication—ability to engage with Finance and non-Finance colleagues, tailoring support to their needs.
- Analytical mindset: Proactively challenge decisions within project teams.
- Proactive and adaptable, adept at reprioritising to meet deadlines.
- Advanced Excel expertise + SAP knowledge (advantageous).
- Proficiency in MS Office.
- Enthusiasm to contribute to projects/contracts.
Note: This list is non-exhaustive. Passion and willingness to learn matter most.
Security Clearance
- Role requires UK Government’s BPSS baseline screening.
- May include Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) Harriet Foundations may apply. For details, visit Leonardo Security.
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Why Join Leonardo?
At Leonardo, we empower our team with a comprehensive benefits package:
- Work-Life Balance:
- Annual leave + up to 12 flexi-days.
- Hybrid and part-time options considered.
- Financial Security:
- Award-winning pension with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Wellbeing:
- Free mental health support, financial counselling, and employee networks (e.g., Pride, Armed Forces).
- Growth Opportunities:
- Access to 4,000+ online courses (Coursera/LinkedIn Learning).
- Performance bonuses for all employees.
- Tailored Perks:
- Up to £500/year on flexible benefits (healthcare, discounts, gym).
- Referral Scheme: Earn rewards for friend referrals.
Culture & Diversity
Leonardo operates 8,500 UK personnel across 9 sites. Our diverse, inclusive culture drives innovation and global impact. Accessibility requests welcomed throughout the recruitment process.
GPB-Edinburgh | Permanent | Hybrid
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