Cost Accountant
2 weeks ago
Application Deadline: 9 December 2025
Department: Financial Control & Business Performance
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time
Location: Brize Norton
Reporting To: Lisa Wilkinson
Description This is a 2 year FTC
We are seeking a skilled Cost Accountant to join our Finance and Business Performance team. This role is pivotal in driving cost control, reducing financial waste, and supporting profitability across the organisation. You will provide detailed analysis, reporting, and guidance to ensure robust financial performance and operational efficiency.
Why AirTanker?
AirTanker is a vital part of the UK's defence capability, delivering air-to-air refuelling and air transport services to the RAF and MOD. We operate at the intersection of military precision and commercial innovation. As a Cost Accountant, you'll play a critical role in driving financial performance—analysing costs, managing budgets, and ensuring accurate reporting. Your expertise in cost control and financial analysis will support operational decision-making and help optimise profitability across the business.
What's in it for you?
- Cost Analysis & Insight: Deliver accurate cost analysis and produce actionable financial reports that shape strategic decisions and improve profitability.
- Financial Governance: Maintain compliance with accounting standards and company policies, ensuring robust controls and accurate reporting across all operations.
- Performance & Budget Control: Take ownership of monitoring budgets, inventory, and asset performance to ensure financial targets are met and resources optimised.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Including private medical insurance, bonus scheme, EV scheme, contributory pension, and more.
- Adventure & Belonging: Battlefield tours, adventure training, and family fun days.
- AirTanker supports flexible working to help employees achieve a healthy work-life balance. We recognise the importance of balancing work with personal commitments, and are committed to agreeing arrangements that meet both individual and business needs.
What you'll be doing
- Analyse costs for MRO and product lines, assessing profitability and supporting growth initiatives.
- Manage cost control, budgeting, asset management, and performance evaluation.
- Establish standard costs and assess fixed and variable costs for manufacturing.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports for senior management.
- Support inventory reconciliation, fixed asset accounting, and disposal of obsolete stock.
- Provide operational financial analysis and KPI reporting to drive business results.
- Participate in monthly close processes and ensure accurate account reconciliations.
What you'll bring
- ACCA/CIMA qualified or part-qualified.
- Minimum 5 years in cost accounting, ideally with exposure to ERP systems (Envision or Access Dimensions).
- Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
- Proficiency in Excel and major accounting packages.
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Desirable:
- Experience with large databases and matrix organisations.
- Knowledge of Aerospace & Defence industry and PFI contractual environments.
Ready to make an impact? Join us and use your financial expertise to drive performance and shape strategic decisions. Apply today and take the next step in your career
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