Cost Accountant M/F/D

Position description Job Family / Sub-family Finances - Accounting & Consolidation

Contract type Permanent

Job title Cost Accountant M/F/D

Position Context: We are recruiting for an experienced and proactive Cost Accountant to join our team.

Reporting to the Business and Operations Controller, this position is pivotal in supporting both Manufacturing Operations as well as Commercial activity. The role offers the opportunity to partner with key stakeholders in the business.

Main tasks: Delivery of product costing and the maintenance of standard costs/recovery rates in SAP

Provide insight and analysis on production variances

Preparation of monthly management accounts, annual budgets, regular forecasts

Partner with Operational teams to ensure budgeted costs are challenged and achieved

Prepare and review journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations

Provide timely and accurate information for internal and external requirements (auditors/third parties)

Prepare Commercial sales forecasts and variance analysis

Inventory reporting and support to S&OP process

Oversee Account Payable

Manage and develop finance apprentice

Required skills: CIMA Qualified or qualified by experience

Knowledge of ERP Systems (SAP preferred)

Extensive costing experience (CoGS/BoMS/Std Costing/Works Orders)

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to operate in a dynamic environment, ensuring deadlines are met

Strong planning and communication skills to operate at all levels of the business

Advanced Excel skills

Excellent IT Skills (Microsoft Office, SharePoint)

Experience of People Management desirable

Experience in the Chemical Industry desirable

Must be eligible to work in the UK

Position location Job location United Kingdom, England, Middlesbrough