A permanent Plant Accountant position at a leading manufacturing business in Worcester.
Job Type: Permanent | Salary: £40,000–£45,000 per annum (plus bonus) | Location: Worcester | Hours: Mon–Thurs (8:00–16:30) and Fri (8:00–15:00)
Your new role
As part of a small factory finance team, you will be responsible for cost accounting, inventory valuation, variance analysis and financial reporting. You will work closely with the Operations Controller and wider teams to support accurate reporting of financial performance and enhance operational efficiencies.
Main duties
* Provide effective performance reporting with commentary to management
* Establish and update standard costs for materials, labour and overheads
* Partner with production and other departments on a regular basis
* Manage Capex and provide support for other facilities in the region
* Manage the ongoing process for inventory provisions and the disposal/write‑off of obsolete stock
* Support the annual budget process and conduct regular departmental reviews throughout the year
* Support continuous improvement through evaluation of processes, procedures and controls
* Support internal and external audit processes
What you'll need to succeed
* AAT and/or CIMA qualified
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar finance role
* Manufacturing background with a strong understanding of labour, materials and stock
* Possess a "sleeves rolled up" approach with a willingness to get stuck in
* Strong data analysis/manipulation skills
* Excellent working knowledge of Excel and mainstream ERP systems
What you’ll get in return
Salary up to £45,000 per annum and the opportunity to join a reputable, forward‑thinking organisation with a collaborative working culture.
Additional benefits include an annual bonus scheme, 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), pension (matched up to 8%), private health/dental care and life insurance.
Due to the nature of the role, the position requires working from the office 5 days a week.
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