Project Accountant Specialist- EDGEWING
Pubblicato il 22-10-2026 - LEONARDO in Roma
Job Description: Leonardo is a global industrial group, among the main global players in Aerospace, Defence and Security that realises multi-domain technological capabilities in Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cyber Security and Space. With over 60,000 employees worldwide, the company has a solid industrial presence in Italy, the UK, Poland and the US. It also operates in 150 countries through subsidiaries, joint ventures and investments. A key player in major international strategic programmes, it is a technological and industrial partner of governments, defence administrations, institutions and companies. Within the GCAP Joint Venture, in the GCAP Finance UO, we are looking for a Project Accountant Specialist- for GCAP HQ in Reading (UK). The Project Accountant will play an important role in the Finance Team of the new Joint Venture with our partners BAE and MHI, joining right at the start of its journey. This is a rare opportunity to have exposure to a wide range of tasks and stakeholders at the inception of a new programme, helping shape enduring processes and practices. Due to the fast-moving nature of the new company, the role is expected to offer a varied workload which will provide an excellent environment to develop skills and will need a candidate who is able to adapt to a changing environment.
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Accountabilities
- Contributing to the shaping of the GCAP JV’s Project Finance policies, processes, and procedures;
- Reviewing and understanding key contracts and preparing associated Sales & Margin Trading Plans, as well as regular reports on contract status and broader management accounts packs;
- Collaborating with other functions to understand underlying contract status and proactively resolve any issues, and with the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams, so to ensure customer claims are raised in a timely and accurate manner, and that vendor charges are appropriate and understood;
- Liaising with the Accounting & Reporting teams to ensure the correct accounting treatment has been adopted for any events requiring judgement;
- Other ad-hoc support required across the business partnering and project finance domains which will arise in the early stages of life of the new business
Qualifications
- Relevant financial qualification (or studying towards it, depending on the level of seniority);
- Strong academic background and track record.
Skills and Experience Essential
- Broad understanding of project accounting processes;
- Ability to collaborate with stakeholders of various seniorities and backgrounds, relaying financial concepts in a simple and understandable manner;
- Problem solving mentality and ability to work in a fast-moving and dynamic environment
Engagement, recognition of talent, and care for people’s well-being and safety are the cornerstones of our corporate culture. Every day, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and stimulating workplace,
actively promoting the principles of inclusion, equity, and diversity.
What do we offer?
The applicable collective labor agreement is CCNL per Industria Metalmeccanica Privata e della Installazione di Impianti; Hybrid working model; Employment status: Employee; Permanent contract; Salary range: €34K – €50K RAL; 13th-month salary; Performance premio linked to business results; Annual welfare benefits worth €250; Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including both technical and soft skills; Well-being initiatives: we place great importance on the economic, physical, social, and psychological well-being of our people, offering solutions tailored to their needs.
The company reserves the right to evaluate the employment level and compensation package based on objective criteria arising during the selection process and in line with the seniority of the selected candidate and the requirements of the role, in compliance with the principles of fairness, transparency, and equal opportunities established by applicable regulations.
Senior: Expert Primary Location: IT - Roma - Via Montello Contract Type: Permanent Total Base Pay Range: 34K-50K Hybrid Working: Hybrid
International, multicultural, innovative, technological: this is Leonardo. xysqume The company’s passionate and talented team is strongly influenced by STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) expertise, with a diverse range of experience that enables colleagues to share knowledge and know-how across the generations. Leonardo always wants to expand its talent pool, here you can find the right opportunity for you!
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