Project Accountant - Lease Accounting (Interim)
| Posting date: | 09 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £250.0 to £275.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | £250-275/day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 23 October 2025 |
| Location: | Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 9SJ |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 4732954_1760021058 |
Summary
Location: Ipswich (3-4 days on-site)
Rate: £250-275/day (Inside IR35)
Duration: Minimum 3 months, potential to extend
Start Date: ASAP
A well-established organisation undergoing a lease accounting transformation project, is seeking a strong, qualified Project Accountant to join their finance team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-impact project within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. You will be part of a dedicated team focused on lease accounting, covering areas such as fleet and vehicle leases.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Ensuring lease data is accurate, complete, and up to date
- Supporting the implementation and compliance of IFRS 16 lease accounting standards
- Working to tight deadlines and managing high-pressure deliverables
- Collaborating with stakeholders across finance and operations
- Providing insight and analysis to support decision-making during the project lifecycle
What you'll need to succeed:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven experience in project accounting, ideally within lease accounting or IFRS 16 projects
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Availability to start immediately and commit to at least 3 months
What you'll get in return:
- Competitive day rate
- Hybrid working options
- Opportunity to work on a high-profile finance transformation project
- Potential for contract extension
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date CV, or contact [Your Name] at Hays for more information.
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