Cost Accountant

Cost AccountantLocation: TeessideSalary: NegotiableEmployment Type: Full-timeHours: Monday - Friday - office hoursAbout the RoleMy client are seeking a detail-oriented and commercially minded Cost Accountant to join their manufacturing site based in Teesside, The successful candidate will support financial planning and analysis activities across manufacturing operations, ensuring accurate product costing, inventory valuation, reporting, and cost control. The role will work closely with production, procurement, operations, and finance teams to improve profitability and support strategic decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesCosting and Financial AnalysisPrepare and maintain standard product costing models.Analyse manufacturing costs including labour, materials, overheads, and production variances.Monitor and investigate cost variances and identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.Support monthly inventory valuation and cost accounting activities.Produce margin analysis and profitability reporting by product, customer, or business area.Review cost structures and recommend opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.Reporting and Month-End ActivitiesSupport month-end close processes related to manufacturing and inventory accounting.Prepare journals, accruals, reconciliations, and management reports.Assist with budget preparation and forecasting processes.Deliver regular KPI reporting covering manufacturing performance, scrap, labour efficiency, and ..... full job details .....