Jobs, fresher vacancy - FP&A project accountant • South West England

Company: HAYS

South West England

Interim finance contract role Interim FP&A / Project Accountant – Bristol (3–4-Month Contract)Are you an FP&A specialist who loves getting under the skin of data and the business behind it? A large Bristol-based manufacturing organisation (400+ staff) is looking for an experienced interim FP&A / Project Accountant to step in and bring clarity to a complex overtime and timesheet environment.This is a hands-on, high-impact contract where you’ll combine advanced Excel & Power BI modelling with true business partnering — not just reporting the numbers, but understanding why they’re happening.What you’ll be doing:Reviewing and analysing overtime and timesheet data across 60–70 bookingsBuilding clear, insightful models in Excel & Power BIInvestigating cost drivers by getting out into the business and fact-findingPartnering with PMO, Engineering, Finance and OperationsBringing structure, control and insight to cost managementWhat we’re looking for:Proven FP&A / Project Accounting experienceStrong Excel & Power BI skills (you enjoy working with messy data)Confident stakeholder engagement & business partneringBackground in manufacturing / costing / cost management is highly beneficialSomeone pragmatic, curious and commercially mindedThe details:Contract: 3–4 monthsRate: Circa £250-£300 per dayLocation: Bristol (3/2 split between office & home) If you’re an interim who enjoys solving real business problems, adding value fast, and leaving things better than you found them — this one’s for you. Get in touch with Charlie Maidment at Hays Bristol to find out more. # 4771040