Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant | Wirral | £45,000 - £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