Project Accountant Contract Jobs in Liverpool
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TPI Account Manager - North West
Posted 4 days ago by Ruby Energy
The National TPI Manager at Ruby Energy is tasked with leading and expanding the Third Party Intermediary (TPI) channel...
- Rate £55,000 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location North West; Manchester; Liverpool; Bolton; Warrington; Preston; Chester; Blackpool; Oldham; Wigan; Carlisle
Project Coordinator - UK
Posted 4 days ago by 83zero Limited
The role of Project Coordinator / Project Controller involves supporting the delivery of large-scale cyber security proj...
- Rate £301 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
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Project Coordinator
Posted 6 days ago by 83zero Limited
The Project Coordinator / Project Controller role is focused on supporting the delivery of large-scale cyber security pr...
- Rate £301 per day
- Category Outside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
AI Trainer – Computer Science Expert - Graphical Abstract (Fully Remote)
Posted 7 days ago by Prolific
The role of AI Trainer – Computer Science Expert involves evaluating AI-generated graphical abstracts against scientific...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Remote
- Location Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
IT Support Analyst
Posted 1 week ago by Ethero Strategic Staffing
The IT Support Analyst role at an automotive component manufacturer involves serving as the first point of contact for I...
- Rate £33,000 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
Deputy Director of Finance – Financial Management & Strategic Planning
Posted 1 week ago by Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
The role of Deputy Director of Finance – Financial Management & Strategic Planning involves leading the finance function...
- Rate £129,783 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location North West; Manchester; Liverpool; Bolton; Warrington; Preston; Chester; Blackpool; Oldham; Wigan; Carlisle
Project Manager
Posted 1 week ago by Morson Edge
The role of Project Manager (Business Transformation) involves leading the delivery of two strategic projects aimed at e...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Inside
- Work type Remote
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
Finance Business Partner/Strategic Cost Accountant
Posted 2 weeks ago by Rathbones Group Plc
The Finance Business Partner/Strategic Cost Accountant role at Rathbones involves collaborating within the Finance divis...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Liverpool, Merseyside
Finance Business Partner/Strategic Cost Accountant
Posted 2 weeks ago by Rathbones Group Plc
The Finance Business Partner/Strategic Cost Accountant role at Rathbones focuses on providing financial insights and str...
- Rate Negotiable
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Liverpool, Merseyside, UK
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About Our Project Accountant Contract Roles in Liverpool
What does a project accountant contractor do?
Project Accountant contractors are engaged to provide financial management and control specifically for capital projects and project-based business, ensuring that project costs are accurately tracked, committed costs are managed effectively, project finances are reported correctly to both project teams and the wider business, and that the financial governance of projects meets internal and external requirements. The role is most common in construction, engineering, professional services, IT implementation programmes, and any sector where projects represent a significant and distinct financial management challenge. Contractors are brought in to cover vacancies within project finance teams, to provide financial oversight on a specific major project, or to support a business through a period of high capital investment activity.
Clients expect Project Accountant contractors to bring combine project finance technical knowledge with the ability to work closely with project managers, commercial managers, and external stakeholders to manage project financial performance proactively rather than reactively. Experience managing cost value reconciliation processes, earned value analysis, accruals and WIP management, and the preparation of project financial reports that present financial performance clearly to non-finance project stakeholders is expected. Familiarity with cost management and project accounting systems, whether SAP Project Systems, Oracle Project Accounting, or specialist construction cost management software such as COINS or Eque2, is a common requirement depending on the sector. Professional accounting qualification with ACA, ACCA, or CIMA is well regarded, alongside practical project finance experience in the relevant industry. The ability to engage with project managers and commercial teams as a trusted financial partner, rather than purely as a financial reporter, is the hallmark of an effective Project Accountant contractor.
What is the market like for project accountant contractors?
Project Accountant contracting is a mature and active specialist market within the finance discipline, most concentrated in construction, infrastructure, IT services, engineering, and defence, where project-based delivery creates ongoing demand for dedicated project financial management. Major infrastructure programmes, ERP and technology implementation projects, and large construction programmes are the most active sources of Project Accountant contract demand. Rates are above the generalist management accounting contractor market, reflecting the specialist project finance knowledge required. CIMA or ACCA-qualified Project Accountants with experience in the relevant sector and familiarity with project accounting systems command rates that reflect the direct financial governance value they provide.
What is the contracting market like in Liverpool?
Healthcare and public services form the backbone of Liverpool's contracting activity, with NHS trusts and local government bodies generating roles in programme delivery, clinical informatics, and IT operations. The Knowledge Quarter and waterfront regeneration have attracted technology, digital, and creative employers that are gradually expanding the types of opportunities available. Financial and professional services firms with Liverpool offices contribute across finance, compliance, and organisational change. The city sits close enough to Manchester that many contractors work across both depending on where engagements arise, effectively doubling the accessible market for those willing to travel. Liverpool's own volumes are smaller, but competition for roles is correspondingly lighter, and contractors with healthcare or public services experience find particularly strong alignment.
How much do project accountant contractors usually earn in Liverpool?
Contract rates for project accountant roles in Liverpool typically range from £315 to £585 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many project accountant vacancies in Liverpool are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 150 project accountant contract roles across the site, with Liverpool contributing to the total. Data reviewed up to June 2026.