Senior Cost Accountant Role
7 days ago
We are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Accountant to join our team at Unique Personnel Ltd. This role is responsible for managing the cost accounting function, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of production costs.
The ideal candidate will have a strong focus on manufacturing or FMCG environments, with experience in BOMs, variance analysis, and financial forecasting. They will also possess a high level of accuracy in financial data analysis and in-depth knowledge of costing systems, inventory management, and budgeting processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversight of the cost accounting function, including direct labour, raw materials, packaging, and overhead
- Analyze and report on cost variances, identifying causes and suggesting corrective actions
- Monitor and review cost allocations to ensure compliance with internal control procedures
- Update and maintain standard costing models for inventory, labour, and overhead costs
- Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual cost reports to senior management
Requirements:
- A minimum of 3-4 years of experience in cost accounting or a similar financial role
- Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, Syspro)
- Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy in financial data analysis
Our Company:
- Unique Personnel Ltd is a leading company in the industry
- We offer a competitive salary and benefits package
- We provide professional development opportunities
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