Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant
Permanent / Full Time / 37.5 hours per week / Permanent
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

A well-established organisation in Wolverhampton is currently seeking a Cost Accountant to join its finance team on a permanent basis. This is a key analytical role, supporting senior stakeholders with accurate cost information to drive informed decision-making around efficiency, profitability and performance.

The Role

Reporting into a senior finance leader, the Cost Accountant will play a pivotal role in analysing and managing operational costs. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will provide insight into cost performance, support financial planning activities and contribute to continuous improvement across finance processes.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and analyse cost information to support business decision-making

Monitor and report on cost performance, identifying trends and variances

Support budgeting and forecasting processes with accurate cost data

Work with stakeholders across the business to gather information and provide financial insight

Assist with inventory analysis and valuation activities

Contribute to the preparation of management reports and financial information

Support month-end and year-end reporting processes as required

Help ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and accounting standards

Identify opportunities for process improvements and efficiencies within cost reporting

Skills & Experience Required

Experience in cost and management accounting, including budgeting and forecasting

Strong Excel and MS Office skills; experience with ERP systems is advantageous

Analytical approach with strong attention to detail

Confident communicator, able to work effectively with non-finance stakeholders

Ability to manage priorities and work collaboratively within a team

Proactive mindset with an interest in improving systems and processes

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Holiday purchase scheme

Pension contribution matched up to 7%

Life assurance

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

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