Cost Accountant (Hybrid working)

COST ACCOUNTANT - DUNGANNON - Up to £50,000 - HYBRID WORKING

Why should you apply?

• Hybrid working
• Early finish every Friday
• Market leading salary (negotiable based on experience)
• Enhanced annual leave
• Life assurance
• Excellent team culture

About the company

This established and highly recognised business in the Dungannon area are seeking to add a Cost Accountant to their finance function as a result of continued success with this newly created role. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is a well-rounded position, offering a market leading salary and benefits package as well as huge potential for career progression within the business.

Key responsibilities:

• Take ownership of product costing across the business, including the review and maintenance of standard costs covering materials, labour and overheads.
• Analyse machine profitability and margins, providing meaningful insights to support commercial decision-making.
• Lead the costing process for new product introductions, ensuring accurate and timely financial evaluation of new machines.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process through the preparation of detailed costing and operational analysis.
• Manage inventory controls, including cycle count governance, inventory audits, stock accuracy and obsolete stock reviews.
• Coordinate month-end inventory close activities and provide key information to support the financial close process.
• Produce and maintain monthly spend, absorption and operational performance reports for management review.
• Partner with operational teams to identify, evaluate and deliver cost-saving initiatives across the business.
• Analyse direct labour performance and efficiencies, providing regular reporting and recommendations for improvement.
• Support the Financial Controller in the preparation of management packs, KPI dashboards and site performance scorecards.
• Deliver clear, concise and actionable financial information to non-finance stakeholders across the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and SOX requirements, maintaining robust procedures and supporting audit activities.

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong IT Skills - Proficient in Excel
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

For further information on this opportunity or if you are considering the next step in your career get in touch with James McCord @ HIREIQ. We would be delighted to hear from you!

Skills:
costing budgeting forecasting margin analysis financial analysis

Benefits:
hybrid working pension free parking life assurance enhanced annual leave

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