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Project Accountant

Milton Keynes Permanent View Job Description
IHDB (International House Development & Build) specialises in house developments and refurbishments, leading projects across all Soho House locations. The Project Accountant will own complex accounting activities, lead budgeting and forecasting, and ensure accurate financial reporting. The role partners with cross-functional teams, mentors team members and drives process improvements.
  • Soho House is building a Global Finance Shared Service Centre in Milton Keynes.
  • This is an exciting opportunity to join a team creating the hub from scratch.

About Our Client

Soho House exists to provide a home for members to come together and belong. From its first House in London to its global community today, the brand is passionate about creating quality moments and experiences. People are at the heart of Soho House, championing talent, supporting curiosity, and empowering growth.

Job Description

  • Deliver strategic financial insights to senior leadership.
  • Lead complex projects, budgets, multi-scenario forecasts, and long-range plans.
  • Run forecasting cadence end-to-end with variance analysis.
  • Act as a hands‑on project accountant, diving into details to ensure financial accuracy and robust reporting.
  • Review, challenge, and validate project costs, budget changes, and capitalisation requests. Confidently pushing back where required.
  • Ensure alignment with capitalisation rules, accounting policies, and financial governance frameworks.
  • Oversee contract terms, pricing, and approve complex invoicing.
  • Contribute to statutory financial statements and audits in compliance with GAAP.
  • Align reporting standards with Group Accounting and support audit initiatives.
  • Champion process improvement and automation.
  • Mentor team members and set quality standards.

The Successful Applicant

  • 5-8 years of experience in project accounting or related roles.
  • Professional qualification (ACCA/ACA/CPA or equivalent).
  • Proven track record in budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
  • ERP experience (Oracle or similar) and strong Excel proficiency.
  • Skilled in variance analysis, margin optimisation, and cashflow management.
  • Strong controls knowledge.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Leadership experience mentoring junior staff.

What's on Offer

  • Soho House Membership after probation
  • 50% off food & drink at all Houses and restaurants.
  • Discounts on Soho Home & Cowshed products.
  • Private healthcare options and enhanced family leave.
  • Global mobility opportunities to grow your career internationally.



Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Minimum of 4 days in the office.

Contact
Lauren Lilley
Quote job ref
JN-112025-6893015
Phone number
+442072692107

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Accountant
Sector
Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Location
Milton Keynes
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lauren Lilley
Consultant phone
+442072692107
Job reference
JN-112025-6893015