Cost Accountant

Michael Page are working with a strong manufacturing business based on The Wirral who are seeking a Cost Accountant responsible for monitoring and controlling costs to improve efficiency and profitability. If you enjoy business partnering with non-financial people and sharing insights - This is the role for you!

Client Details

Our client are a well-established manufacturing business based on The Wirral - With a small and focused team this is a great role for those who enjoy controlling costs in a materials led business. This is typical manufacturing business who are working on some really exciting national and local well-known projects!

Description

The key responsibilities of the Cost Accountant include:

• Tracking and analysing production costs, including materials, labour, and overheads.
• Assisting in preparing cost budgets and financial forecasts.
• Comparing actual costs to budgeted costs and investigating discrepancies.
• Assessing stock levels and ensuring accurate valuation of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods.
• Calculating the cost of manufacturing products to determine pricing and profitability.
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities and improving operational efficiency.
• Preparing cost reports for management to support decision-making.
• Ensuring adherence to cost accounting standards and financial regulations.

Profile

The sucessful Cost Accountant will have:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication skills, linking products to cost saving
• Suitably qualified by experience
• Strong knowledge of cost control, budgeting, and variance analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good understanding of stock valuation, standard costing, and financial reporting.
• Ability to interpret and present financial data to management.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Job Offer

Our client will offer you:

• An exciting role where you can really make your mark
• Exposing to working with both local and international stakeholders
• Great benefits, holidays, discounts
• CIMA/ACCA study support -If required