Cost Accountant

2 months ago


Livingston, United Kingdom Owen Daniels Consultancy Full time
Our client are a leading manufacturer of precision parts for the aerospace industry. They are looking to add a Cost Accountant to their team on a permanent basis. This would be a great fit for a meticulous individual who enjoys challenge and variety in their day to day.
Cost Accountant
Permanent position
Global manufacturer of precision components
10% matched pension, 25 days holiday & life assurance
Cost Accountan
Key areas of responsibility include the following:-
Maintain and improve the Cost Accounting function to provide the management team with a timely and efficient service.
Ensure the Company adheres to sound accounting principles.
Maintain accurate costing information to assist in the pricing of products for the company.
Have a firm understanding of inventory procedures, support and offer guidance on inventory processes and police internal controls.
Produce and understand Variable Cost information issued to Operations and Senior Management on a weekly basis.
Balance Sheet reconciliations
Journal Vouchers
Prepare and understand Material usage and Purchase Price Variances.
Support other areas of Department when required.
Have a flexible Can do attitude.
Knowledge & Experience
The successful candidate will have minimum 3 years prior account management experience within an engineering or manufacturing environment.
The ideal candidate will be part qualified CIMA/ACCA with a relevant degree qualification in Accountancy.
You should have advanced excel skills together with excellent analytical capabilities.
You should also have the ability to make effective decisions using your own initiative and judgement as well as being able to work to tight and demanding deadlines.
Prior experience of working within an accountancy function within a manufacturing environment would be advantageous as would experience of Sarbanes and Oxley. 
Benefits & Working hours
25 days plus bank holidays
Pension matched up to 10%
3x annual salary life assurance
Profit related bonus scheme
Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
Working Hours:
Monday to Thursday 8am to 4:15pm
Friday - 8am to 3pm 
Please note this role will be site based
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