Cost Accountant

We’re looking for a commercially minded Cost Accountant to support costing, margin analysis, inventory control and financial reporting. You’ll also play a key role in improving processes, maximising the use of Sage 200 and supporting the implementation of Lucanet for local and Group reporting.

• Maintain and develop standard costing models.
• Analyse manufacturing costs, product margins and variances.
• Review labour, material and overhead costs.
• Support stock reconciliations, valuations, counts and discrepancy investigations.
• Produce monthly cost reports, KPIs and profitability analysis.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and month‑end processes.
• Work closely with production, engineering, transport and purchasing teams.
• Drive process improvements and support system enhancements in Sage 200.
• Transfer data from Sage 200 into Lucanet and support Group reporting.

• Previous experience within the role or similar.
• Strong understanding of costing principles and inventory accounting.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with Sage 200 and Lucanet (including mapping ERP data to Group COA).
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Part‑qualified or fully qualified (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) desirable.

• Commercially aware, proactive and solutions‑focused.
• Strong communication skills and confident challenging processes.
• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm