Cost Analyst

We are supporting a grpwing company based in Northamptonshire. They are looking for a Cost Analyst to fulfil the below requirements:

- Develop and maintain the cost accounting system, documents, and records of the organization.
- Analyse and recommend costs and cost savings against each individual event / contract.
- Prepare and complete internal cost audits.
- Comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for financial statements.
- Analyse the data collected and log a detailed record of the results.
- Analyse any changes in goods or services provided in order to determine what effect it has on the cost.
- Analyse manufacturing costs and prepare regular reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
- Working closely with Ops Director to make estimates of new and proposed event / contract costs.
- Provide management with reports that specify and compare factors that affect prices and profitability of products or services.
- Assist in audits and general ledger preparation.
- Conduct physical inventory checks and monitor current stock holding to ensure all current event commitments can be met.
- ACCA / ACA / CIMA Qualification desired or Qualified by experience
- Sound understanding of accounting principles.
- Cost systems background.
- Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
- Meticulous attention to detail with superb organizational skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent report-writing, communication, and IT skills.