Cost Accountant

• The person will be a key member of the Finance Team, who will assist in the planning, preparation and analysis of the plants annual budget, forecasts and monthly financial reports.
• Provide timely variance analysis reports to management through a suite of management reporting.
• Work with the various functions to identify, analyse and drive the implementation of significant cost reduction and operational efficiency improvement opportunities in the business.
• Support the implementation of the costing and financial systems in SAP including asset management and equipment spares management.
• Participate in the ongoing development of the cost and inventory accounting systems.
• Utilise Lean methodologies, KPI’s and Business Intelligence reporting to provide metrics & analysis to the business.
• Perform detailed analysis to interpret and present financial data and key business metrics to stakeholders within the site and at Divisional level.
• The role will also include involvement in ad hoc projects and providing support and assistance to the business
• Coach, advise, or train less-experienced cost analysis staff.

• Batchelors Degree in related discipline
• Qualified Accountant ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CPA or similar accounting qualification
• Lean/Six Sigma qualifications a distinct advantage.

• Qualified, experienced accountant with a minimum of 4 years post qualification experience with a proven track record of success ideally within the pharmaceutical or manufacturing industry.
• Experience in a high-volume complex manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of ERP systems and a high level of computer literacy, ideal experience with SAP
• Exceptional data analysis skills.
• Strong product costing and cost management expertise is a must.
• Knowledge of multinational reporting and compliance issues.
• Ability to influence and advise business leaders on financial matters.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Abbott