Cost Accountant | Wirral | £50,000 - £55,000
An opportunity has arisen to join a successful Manufacturing business based on the Wirral, reporting into the Financial Controller and providing key information to ensure the smooth running of day to day finance.
Main duties will include;
*Develop and maintain accurate standard costs, BOMs (Bills of Materials), and routing data for manufacturing operations.
*Investigate and report on material, labour, and overhead variances, providing insight into root causes and recommending corrective actions.
*Ensure accurate valuation of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods. Support regular stocktakes and cycle counting processes.
*Assist in preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts, particularly in areas related to production costs and margins.
*Perform cost-volume-profit analysis and margin analysis by product, customer, or business segment.
*Prepare monthly management accounts, cost centre reports, and ensure compliance with UK GAAP and internal financial controls.
*Collaborate with operations and production teams to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process efficiency.
*Monitor and analyse trends in material prices, overhead recovery, and factory performance to support decision-making.
*Support internal and external audits with relevant costing data and documentation.
*Provide financial insight and support to strategic projects, such as pricing reviews, capex planning, and new product introductions.
Candidate profile;
*Ideally Qualified (CIMA/ACCA) – QBE considered
*Proven cost accounting within a manufacturing environment
*Ability to work in a fast paced environment
*Excellent attention to detail
*Excellent communication skills
Benefits;
*Hybrid working policy
*25 days holiday
*Enhanced pension
*Death in service
*Annual bonus scheme
*Free parking