Group Cost Accountant

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A highly successful and well-established manufacturing business with an international footprint is seeking to appoint a Group Cost Accountant to join its finance team. With multiple production sites across Europe, the organisation is committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality products to customers worldwide.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the finance leadership team, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering accurate product costing, financial analysis, and management reporting across the business. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative finance function where you will work closely with operational teams to support business performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and influence strategic decision-making. This role would suit an experienced Cost Accountant with a strong manufacturing background who enjoys analysing data, improving processes, and partnering with stakeholders across multiple functions.

The Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• 33 days annual leave, increasing with length of service
• Quarterly Gainshare Bonus
• Health Shield Health Cash Plan
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced Maternity Pay
• Free on-site parking

The Role

• Prepare and maintain accurate product costing across multiple manufacturing sites
• Analyse manufacturing costs, margins, and variances to support business performance
• Produce detailed financial reports and cost analysis for senior management
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and month-end reporting activities
• Partner with operational and production teams to improve costing accuracy and efficiency
• Maintain and enhance costing models within the ERP system
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements
• Ensure financial data is accurate and supports informed business decisions
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function

The Person

• Previous experience in a Cost Accountant or similar finance role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of standard costing, product costing, and variance analysis
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience working with ERP systems (SAP experience would be advantageous)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across finance and operations
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Danny McDade, Senior Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group 02890490898 .

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