Financial Accountant
Employer Location England, Wadebridge, Cornwall Salary - per annum + £50,000 DOE Closing date 3 Jul 2026 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band, Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
Job Details
Your new company
A well-established and growing manufacturing business based in Cornwall, with a strong reputation for quality and innovation. The organisation is continuing to expand and offers a collaborative, fast-paced environment where finance plays a key role in driving commercial performance.
Your new role
Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take ownership of financial planning, analysis, and reporting across the business. This is a highly visible role combining core financial accounting responsibilities with a strong commercial and operational focus.
Key duties will include:
1. Leading the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes
2. Developing financial models to support scenario planning and decision-making
3. Supporting month-end close and management reporting
4. Overseeing product costing, including standard cost updates and margin analysis
5. Analysing production variances (labour, materials, waste) and partnering with operations to improve performance
6. Supporting pricing, new product development, and commercial decision-making
7. Providing oversight of the purchase ledger function and ensuring compliance with financial controls
8. Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the business
What you'll need to succeed
9. Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA accountant
10. Strong experience in a manufacturing or FMCG environment
11. Solid understanding of standard costing, variance analysis, and operational finance
12. Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
13. Advanced Excel skills, with exposure to tools such as Power BI
14. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders
15. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
What you'll get in return
16. Opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking business with a strong market presence
17. A varied and commercially focused role with real influence on business performance
18. Collaborative and supportive team environment
19. Competitive salary and benefits package
20. Long-term progression opportunities as the business continues to expand