Cost Accountant

It sounds like an exciting opportunity at Search Accounting and Finance! The Cost Accountant position with the Food Manufacturer appears to be a dynamic role with various responsibilities. Here's a breakdown of the key roles and qualifications you've outlined:

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Product Costing and Analysis:

   • Drive effective and efficient product costing and analysis.
   • Conduct detailed cost accounting and margin analysis.

2. Reporting and Analysis:

   • Provide weekly reporting and performance analysis.
   • Contribute to month-end preparation, including variance and stock analysis.

3. Financial Planning:

   • Assist in forecasting and planning activities.

4. IT Development:

   • Contribute to the development of IT tools to effectively communicate operational results.

5. Finance Activities:

   • Gain exposure to other areas of Finance, including audit.

Desired Qualifications and Traits:

1. Manufacturing & Costing Experience:

   • Essential experience in manufacturing and costings.

2. Adaptability and Desire for Learning:

   • Demonstrate a desire to learn, understand, and embrace change within the business.

3. Business Partnering Skills:

   • Ability to grow into a business partnering role and be forward-thinking.

4. Excel and Modelling Skills:

   • Proficiency in Excel modelling and scenario planning.

5. Professional Qualification:

   • Part-qualified or qualified in relevant accounting certifications.

6. Communication Skills:

   • An outgoing personality and comfort in communicating with stakeholders at all levels within the business.

This role seems is a great opportunity for someone with a solid background in manufacturing and cost accounting who is eager to take on additional responsibilities and grow within the organisation. The emphasis on IT development, forecasting, and business partnering suggests a forward-thinking approach to finance and a potential leadership path for the right candidate.!

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