Interim Cost and Reporting AccountantPosition: Interim Cost and Reporting Accountant Location: Barnstaple, DevonHybrid - 2 days work from home per weekStart: ASAPBooking length: Up to 6 months in length Rate: Up to £300 per dayHays are working with a manufacturing organisation in the Barnstaple area of Devon who are seeking a temporary cost accountant for a day rate booking, likely to last up to 6 months in length.The client are looking for someone to start ASAP, and be able to commit to 3 days in the office per week.For this position the client would ideally like qualified finance professionals. However, they will also consider QBE professionals.Main Responsibilities:
1. Product Costing:
2. Analyse key product costing rates and provide recommendations.
3. Monitor key cost-reduction opportunities and manage under/over recoveries.
4. Inventory Management:
5. Ensure accurate inventory valuation.
6. Collaborate with procurement to review inventory provisions and identify opportunities to reduce stock holdings.
7. Audit Support:
8. Assist in completing audits within planned timescales, including work on RDEC and taxation.
9. Management Accounts:
10. Understand financial numbers and drivers to provide meaningful commentary to local and group management.
11. Mentoring and Coaching:
12. Mentor and coach team...