Cost Accountant

Axon Moore are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing manufacturing business to appoint an Assistant Plant Controller. This is a key role within the finance team, supporting the financial and operational performance of the manufacturing site.

We are looking for an experienced Cost Accountant with a background in manufacturing for an operations-focused finance environment. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this role will work closely with the wider operational teams to provide financial insight, maintain strong controls and drive continuous improvement, with a clear development path.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary £45,000 - £50,000 DOE. Site-based working with some work from home options, pension, holiday allowance, excellent opportunities for development and progression plus many more available on request.

Key responsibilities:

• Take responsibility for supporting the month-end process, ensuring financial information is accurate and delivered within agreed deadlines
• Produce and review reporting around standard costs, inventory, absorption and manufacturing performance
• Review site expenditure and identify key cost drivers across labour, materials, overheads, waste and production losses
• Work alongside operational teams to understand variances, investigate underlying causes and ensure appropriate actions are followed...