Position Summary
Magellan Aerospace, Llay Wrexham has an exciting opportunity for Cost Accountant.
Full time, permanent position
39 hours per week
Job location: Llay, Wrexham, LL12 0PB.
Unionised site works in partnership with Unite the Union.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys collaborating cross functionally, and driving real impact on business performance. The Cost Accountant, reporting directly to the Head of Finance, will act as the primary contact for 3 operational sites supporting the business with job costing, stock reporting, fixed assets and overhead allocation. They will also support site activities such as stock takes, budget preparations and audits whilst ensuring any escalations are reported and dealt with in a timely and effective manner.
Although based at the Wrexham site, there will be a requirement to travel to other sites within MALUK including the Greyabbey site in Northern Ireland and Blackpool.
Perks And Benefits
A company culture that promotes work life balance
Access to mental health support
Business performance related bonus
Career development opportunities
Commitment to continued learning and development
Long Service Awards
Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
Free parking
Essential Responsibilities
Build-up and maintenance of product standard costs on computer system
Monitoring of actual costs against standard and reporting and investigation of variances
Optimise cost accounting processes (job/product costing, margin analysis) to ensure accurate financial reporting
Assist in the calculation of machine hourly cost rates
Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance data, controls, and reporting
Manage capex process and asset register
Preparation of weekly/monthly management reports on product profitability
Assist in preparation of monthly management accounts
Preparation and monitoring of stock provisions
Monitor perpetual inventory counting
Attendance and assistance in the full stock take function
Preparation and investigation of stock take variances
Preparation of year-end supporting schedules for internal and external audit
Preparation of data to assist budget-setting and forecasting processes
Work with minimum amount of supervision and maintain good level of productivity
Positively support teamwork and circulation of experience within the finance function
Work in a safe manner in compliance with company Health & Safety policy. Report and log Health & Safety incidents that occur
Any other reasonable duties as requested by management in support of the business
Position Requirements
Essential Criteria:
Demonstratable experience within a multi site manufacturing environment
Strong costing and management accounting skills
Qualified Accountant preferably CIMA
3-4 years experience in a cost accountant role
Looks to improve processes
SAP experience
Desirable Criteria
Aerospace experience desirable but not necessary
Educated to a degree level
Key Competencies
Highly IT proficient. Advanced excel user with experience of integrated computer systems (SAP)
Very hands-on approach; need to get close and to understand production processes
Happy to work in non-financial environment but with main line report to Finance
Role will have close liaison with production and IT staff, good team player therefore needed
Experience of constructing forecasting and budgeting models
Other Skills/Abilities
Skills:
Quick learner with the personal skills required to adapt quickly to new challenges
Abilities
Resilient self-starter, with ability to manage workload to hit deadlines
Personal Attributes
Confident communicator, written and orally
Strong attention to detail
Analytical and commercially focussed
Self starter and hands on
To have Integrity
Respectful to others
Creative in finding ways to do things better
Act ethically in all you do
Collaborate well with others
About Us
Magellan Aerospace is a global, integrated aerospace company that provides complex assemblies and systems solutions to aircraft and engine manufacturers, defence and space agencies worldwide. The organization officially adopted the name Magellan Aerospace Corporation in 1996; deriving it from the intrepid explorer Ferdinand Magellan. His global exploits at the turn of the 15th century established a number of firsts, so the companys vision has been to carry this same legacy into the future of the aerospace industry.
At Magellan, we have over 80 years of collective knowledge and experience in the aerospace industry, and believe one truth: People create value. Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a successful future, and together we build professional relationships that thrive. We know that personal development is fundamental to the success of every individual, and every individual is fundamental to the success of our business, so we invest in our employees and provide excellent career progression opportunities. When you are part of Magellan, you are part of the team
Confidentiality
Magellan Aerospace respects the privacy and confidentiality of personal information provided by candidates and shall not disclose to any external parties unless legislated.
Thank you for considering this exciting opportunity. This document is intended to provide the reader with information and is not a contractual document. Some of the material therefore may be subject to change.
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