SAP Project Accountant

Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Position: SAP Project Accountant (Client: Co-op)

Location: Manchester City Centre (Hybrid working: splitting time between home and the office once a week)

Pay Rate / Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 per year (Work Level 5)

Contract Type: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

Closing Date: 31-08-2026

About the Role

Are you a qualified accountant with a passion for high-profile transformation programmes? Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Co-op to recruit a talented SAP Project Accountant to join their Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team in Manchester.

In this role, you will provide critical financial leadership across major SAP programmes. Following the successful implementation of SAP Finance, you will help drive adoption, monitor business case performance, and ensure transformation investments deliver lasting business value.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the financial management of SAP transformation programmes, overseeing budgets, forecasts, and spend.
Monitor business case performance to ensure programmes deliver expected value and benefits.
Partner with programme leaders and delivery teams to provide financial insight and support key decision-making.
Provide constructive challenge to ensure initiatives are delivered efficiently and investments are well-managed.
Produce and present financial reporting for programme governance and senior stakeholders.
Manage project cost centres and monitor financial performance against plans and targets.
Maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with internal standards and processes.

What We Are Looking For

Accountancy Qualification: A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA, CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).
Experience: Significant experience in project accounting, finance business partnering, or programme financial management, including strong budgeting, forecasting, and cost control within large or complex projects.
Skills & Competencies: Proven ability to track business case performance, strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to influence and constructively challenge, and the ability to translate complex financials into clear insights.
No CV Needed / Easy Application: You can apply quickly and securely through our digital portal! (Note: Standard application assessments may apply).

Amazing Benefits & Perks

When working through Co-op, you will enjoy fantastic industry-leading benefits, including:

Competitive Salary & Bonus: £65,000 - £70,000 per year + annual bonus based on personal and business performance.
Holiday Allowance: 28 days of holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays.
Discounts: 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands.
Pension Scheme: Up to 10% employer pension contributions.
Financial Flexibility: Access to Wagestream for early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it.
Healthcare & Wellbeing: Private healthcare, virtual healthcare (including GP appointments and mental health support), 24/7 colleague support, and a subsidised onsite gym at the Manchester HQ.
Career Development: Comprehensive training, professional development support, and a cycle-to-work scheme.