I am supporting a fantastic business in Corby in their search for a newly created permanent Cost Accountant to join their team. This is a varied, hands on role in a fast moving business.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established UK organisation operating within the manufacturing sector. With a strong reputation and long-standing presence in its market, the business works with a range of partners across the UK and continues to invest in its operations to support future growth and development. You would be working under an excellent Finance Director with a proven track record of building large, high-performing teams.
Description
The Cost Accountant’s duties will include but are not limited to:
*Preparation and review of the Sales and Cost of Sales Reconciliations leading to full product wide margin analysis
*Coordination and collation of multi-site stock take and goods on monthly basis
*Preparation of the Stock reconciliation and analysis
*Preparation of monthly cost of materials
*Reporting on site overheads and daily production to ascertain overhead costs
*Shipping analysis and accruals
*Assisting with production of accurate and timely management accounts for all legal entities
*Work with the support functions to prepare the monthly management accounts
*Assisting with production of forecasts and budgets
*Prepare key KPI’s (incl. Profitability, sales growth and overheads) for key monthly variances and prepare commentary for leadership
*Improve and maintain periodic cash flow forecasting
*Ad hoc duties as required
Profile
A successful Cost Accountant should have:
*Part or full qualification in ACA / ACCA / CIMA (or relevant experience).
*Strong understanding of stock controls.
*Experience working in a similar role in a busy finance function.
*Excellent interpersonal skills to partner with relevant stakeholders.
*Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Job Offer
*Competitive salary up to £45,000 (doe).
*Work five days on-site, offering a structured work environment.
*25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
*Opportunities to develop within the manufacturing sector.
*A permanent role with a stable and established organisation.
*Free, onsite parking.