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Cost Accountant

Gleeson Recruitment Group
Posted 4 days ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Redditch, Worcestershire B97 5LN

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Cost Accountant position is located in Redditch and offers a salary ranging from £38,000 to £45,000.
  • This permanent, full-time role is suitable for a detail-oriented professional with experience in cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting.
  • Candidates should ideally have strong cost accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, along with a CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification or working towards it.
  • Key responsibilities include managing cost accounting processes, overseeing inventory control, and preparing financial reports for senior management.
  • The role also includes benefits such as hybrid working options, a company pension scheme, and career development opportunities.

Cost Accountant

Location: Redditch Salary: £38,000-£45,000Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Our client, a well-established company is looking for a Cost Accountant to join their finance team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with experience in cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Managing cost accounting processes, including standard costing and variance analysis.

  • Overseeing inventory control, ensuring accurate reporting and reconciliation.

  • Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process with financial analysis.

  • Ensuring compliance with internal controls and audit requirements.

  • Preparing financial reports and providing insights to senior management.

  • Assisting with external audits and regulatory reporting.

  • Collaborating with operations teams to improve cost efficiency and business performance.

Key Skills & Experience Required:
  • CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification (or working towards) preferred.

  • Strong cost accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.

  • Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Excel.

  • Knowledge of SOX compliance and financial controls.

  • Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary and bonus scheme.

  • Hybrid working options.

  • Company pension scheme with employer contributions.

  • Generous holiday allowance, with the option to buy/sell days.

  • Career development opportunities and structured training programs.

  • Supportive team environment in a growing business.

To apply for the Cost Accountant position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application.

At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.