Cost Accountant
20 days ago
Winsford
The role of Cost Accountant involves managing cost analysis and financial reporting to support business decision. Based in Winsford, this position offers a permanent opportunity to showcase and develop expertise in accounting and finance. \n Client Details \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation. As a medium-sized company, they are committed to fostering a supportive environment where employees can make a meaningful impact. \n Description \n \n \n\n \n • Maintaining and developing standard costing models across materials, labour, and overheads\n, • Producing accurate product costing and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) analysis\n, • Delivering detailed monthly variance analysis, including price, usage, labour, and overhead variances\n, • Investigating variances and working with operational teams to implement corrective actions\n, • Managing inventory valuation for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods\n, • Supporting stock counts, reconciliations, and identifying obsolete or slow-moving stock\n, • Partnering with production and operations teams to improve efficiency, utilisation, waste reduction, and cost control\n, • Analysing product and customer profitability, highlighting margin improvement opportunities\n, • Supporting pricing decisions with accurate costing information\n, • Maintaining costing data within ERP systems and driving process improvements\n, • Producing management reports covering cost performance, inventory movements, and manufacturing KPIs\n, • Supporting internal controls, compliance requirements, and audit processes\n \n\n \n \n Profile \n A successful Cost Accountant should have: \n\n • A recognised qualification in accounting, finance, or a related field.\n, • Proven experience in cost accounting.\n, • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.\n, • Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Excel.\n, • Knowledge of accounting principles and financial regulations.\n, • Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with various teams.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • A competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000 per annum.\n, • Permanent position based in Winsford.\n, • On-site parking for convenience.\n, • A supportive work environment that values employee contributions.\n, • 25 days holiday\n\n If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for cost accounting, apply now to take the next step in your career.