Cost Accountant

Starting salary of up to £45k, plus benefits and hybrid working

Cost Accountant - Stoke-on-Trent

The Company

Our client is a successful manufacturing business, based in Stoke-on-Trent. They are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant to undertake a 12 month Fixed Term Contract.

The Role

As Cost Accountant, you will support the operational management team by taking responsibility for the managerial P&L and will provide the business with accurate and timely financial information, commercial support and analysis to support all business decisions, including:

* Analysis of plant and non‑plant operational costs

* Calculation and analysis of standard cost prices

* Monitoring and reporting on production processes

* Conducting monthly production variance analysis

* Developing, tracking and reporting production‑based KPIs

* Variance analysis of actual costs versus budget and prior year

* Costing and production‑related monthly closing activities

* Leading the annual budgeting process for all operational items

* Providing first‑line SAP support

* Analysis and improvements in working capital performance

* Supporting monthly closing and P&L reporting

* Commercial support and contract management

* Audit compliance and support

* Investment analysis and support

The Candidate

To be considered for the role of Cost Accountant, you should be able to demonstrate the following:

* Formal accounting qualification - AAT, CIMA, ACCA, degree in economics, finance, or accounting and/or equivalent relevant experience.

* Experience working for a manufacturer.

* Previous experience using SAP is desirable

* Broad financial knowledge, including understanding of financial theory, principles, and professional accounting practices

* Strong understanding of business operations, processes and cross‑functional workflows

* Excellent decision maker

* Team player

* Strong problem solver

If you would like to be considered for the role of Cost Accountant on a 12 month Fixed Term Contract, please apply now