ACCOUNTANT

• Annual Salary: £35,000 - £45,000
• Location: Near Woodbridge (Transport required)
• Job Type: Full-time (Hybrid or Office-based)

We are seeking a Financial Accountant to act as the finance business partner to the Plant Manager and Finance Director. This role provides essential, accurate, and manufacturing-focused financial support and is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is keen on driving cost reduction and productivity initiatives within the manufacturing sector.

• Operate as the primary contact for cost analysis and the creation of the manufacturing budget and costing.
• Drive cost reduction and productivity initiatives, with responsibility to track and validate monthly cost savings for the plant.
• Release purchase requisitions/POs, including financial review for proper account and possible capitalization.
• Review, approve, and coordinate annual evaluation for standard cost on Raw, WIP & FG.
• Participate in the daily management (LDM) meetings on the production floor with the local management team.
• Manage the daily cycle program.
• Present monthly manufacturing results to compare actuals vs budget.
• Participate in countermeasures and help drive plans to meet the plant's financial commitments.
• Prepare and present the Weekly Flash Report as well as submit the weekly plant scorecard.
• Prepare and process all necessary month-end journal entries.
• Manage and support the plant AFE (Approval for Expenditure) process, gaining approval for capital expenditures and monitoring the project expenses to ensure compliance with guidelines of the approved AFE.
• Ensure internal control and SOX compliance.
• Support the Statutory Audit.
• Keep the Finance Director appropriately updated on key activity, raising issues or obstacles to ensure timely resolution.
• Build close working relationships with defined internal customers to ensure a solid understanding of their business and their needs for financial support.
• Manage and deliver continuous improvement of processes and IT systems in line with the European business strategy and Key Performance Indicators.
• Handle Ad Hoc Reporting as required.

• Degree in Business Administration or similar.
• Part Qualified CIMA/ACCA or demonstrate relevant experience.
• Experience operating within a manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Highly numerate with the ability to analyse financial data and provide appropriate commentary.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Experience working within an international organisation is advantageous.
• Good internal consultancy skills with strong influencing abilities.
• Proactive, flexible, and pragmatic approach.
• Ability to operate successfully in a fast-moving environment.
• Knowledge of SAP is desirable.

• Competitive salary - up to £45K plus study support.
• Opportunity for occasional international travel.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

To apply for the Financial Accountant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.