CostManagement Accountant
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Job Summary
Cost/Management Accountant
We are seeking a commercially sharp manufacturing-focused Cost/Management Accountant to join our Finance team. This Cost Accountant role is ideal for someone who thrives on the factory floor as much as in a spreadsheet. As a Cost Accountant your mission will be to protect and maximise Gross Margin (GM) through strong financial control and operational insight.
About Us
We are a family-owned global company that produces ultra critical valves for the worlds oil gas and hydrogen industries where exceptional quality and on time delivery is critical.
With operations spanning the UK USA Dubai Malaysia and India and a world-class Research & Development centre in Knutsford we have ambitious plans to grow beyond our 100m turnover.
Our business model is to sub-contract our components then assemble at our facilities in Knutsford and Chennai. Our culture is agile entrepreneurial and decisive. There are no layers of bureaucracy endless committees or slow-moving approval processes. We value common sense accountability and action.
Key Responsibilities
As a hands-on Cost/Management Accountant you will act as the key link between production and finance:
Margin Protection: Review projects to assess real GM vs budget
Inventory Control: Manage surplus and obsolete stock to optimise cash flow
Operational Auditing: Review labour overtime and rework accuracy in ERP (Syteline)
Standard Costing: Maintain and roll up standard costs to ensure accurate reporting
Stock Control: Lead cycle counts and resolve discrepancies
Global Support: Provide analytical support to international operations
What Youll Bring
Proven experience as a Cost Accountant in manufacturing
Strong knowledge of WIP standard costing and variance analysis
Confident challenger mindset with the ability to influence operations
Advanced Excel and ERP/MRP systems experience (Syteline preferred)
CIMA qualified (essential)
Remuneration & Package
We offer a competitive salary depending on experience.
Apply
If you live within forty minutes of Knutsford and have the relevant industry experience skills and gravitas to command this role please send your CV.
Location
Oliver Valves Parkgate Knutsford WA16 8DX
About Company
At the forefront of valve technology our four companies deliver exceptional products tailored to various sectors. From subsea to hydrogen applications we ensure precision and reliability in every solution.
