Manufacturing Cost Analyst | Fast-Growing Engineering Business | Norwich
Are you a part-qualified finance professional looking to step into a role where your costing expertise will directly shape commercial strategy? This is an opportunity to join a thriving engineering organisation at a pivotal stage of growth, working closely with senior leadership to drive profitability and influence key business decisions.
Reporting into the Finance Director, you’ll take ownership of product cost analysis and financial planning, with the autonomy to build robust processes and develop meaningful insight that supports long-term planning. As the business scales, so will your remit-this Manufacturing Cost Analyst role is designed to evolve into a broader business partnering function over time.
What you’ll be doing:
*Lead detailed costing models and profitability analysis to inform pricing and margin strategies
*Track production performance metrics and assess overhead allocation accuracy
*Ensure integrity of material specifications and maintain reliable cost structures
*Partner with operational and sales teams to identify efficiency opportunities
*Contribute to financial forecasting, strategic planning exercises and business case development
*Design performance metrics and reporting tools that provide clarity to stakeholders
*Identify process improvements and champion initiatives that strengthen financial control

What we’re looking for:
*Part-qualified accountant working towards or holding ACA, ACCA or CIMA
*Demonstrable experience within a manufacturing, production or engineering environment
*Strong technical understanding of product costing methodologies and variance reporting
*Advanced Excel capability with the analytical skills to interpret complex datasets
*Confident communicator able to translate financial insight for non-finance stakeholders
*Proactive approach to problem-solving with a genuine interest in adding commercial value

What’s on offer:
This Manufacturing Cost Analyst position is based near a major town within commuting distance for professionals across the region, offering stability, genuine career progression, and the chance to work in a business that values commercial rigour and operational excellence. You’ll be part of a finance team that plays a central role in shaping strategy, supported by leadership that encourages development and rewards initiative.
If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career within engineering or manufacturing and production, we’d welcome a confidential conversation about how this role could fit your ambitions.