Cost Accountant

Morgan Mckinley are proud to be working with a well-known FMCG business based outside of Alconbury.

Our client is looking for a professional and experienced Cost Accountant to join our growing Finance team. As a Cost Accountant, you will be determining the cost of production and profitability analysis.

Key responsibilities as a Cost Accountant will be to:

1. Maintain up to date and accurate cost-con model and reflecting changes in manufacturing costs on a timely basis.
2. Timely upload of cost changes to customer pricing portal.
3. Key point of contact for process, providing costings and analysis of cost-saving opportunities through the development process.
4. Analysis of standard costs vs actual costs including reports of factors affecting pricing and profitability.
5. Conducting manufacturing cost audits to ensure all aspects of the cost-con are captured accurately.
6. Assists in external audits and customer reviews.
7. Provide cover as required to the Finance Team.

Required experience/expertise to succeed as a Cost Accountant will include:

1. Qualified/Part Qualified Accountant/QBE
2. Experience of standard costing models / cost systems background
3. Previous experience in role within FMCG business
4. Strong excel skills

Morgan McKinley is acting as an Employment Agency and references to pay rates are indicative.

Morgan McKinley encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities in the UK. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.