Cost Accountant

Cost Accountant, Wetherby, £40-47K This is a key position within the finance team, responsible for delivering high-quality financial reporting, analysis, and decision support to the Senior Leadership Team and site management. You will play a vital role in the month-end process, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and maintaining strong internal controls, while acting as a trusted business partner across the organisation. Key Responsibilities • Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts • Provide clear financial analysis and insights to support business decision-making • Support the preparation of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts • Promote strong cost control across the business • Assist with inventory management, including coordinating stock counts, ensuring accurate valuation, and investigating discrepancies • Support internal controls in line with Group policies and assist with audit and compliance requirements • Partner with operational teams, offering financial guidance, challenge, and support to improve performance • Identify and drive opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency About You Qualifications & Experience • Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or CPA) • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment in a similar role • Proven experience delivering monthly accounts to tight deadlines • Advanced Excel skills with strong systems capability Personal Attributes • Highly motivated, proactive, and results-driven • Confident in challenging processes and driving continuous improvement • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • A collaborative, reliable team player with a professional approach In return you will be offered • Study support • Work within a supportive and collaborative environment • Opportunities for professional development and career progression • Play a key role in driving business performance • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays • Parking • Working hours 9-5pm If this role sounds like the role for you or to find out more don’t waste any time in applying. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to grow and develop in their role in a supportive working environment.