Costing AccountantFull-Time | Lisburn AreaSalary Negotiable Depending on ExperienceA well-established and highly respected manufacturing and project-led business is seeking an experienced Costing Accountant to join its finance and operational team.This is a key appointment within the business, suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can confidently manage the financial performance of multiple live projects simultaneously. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in driving profitability, improving operational efficiency, and supporting strategic decision-making across the organisation.The position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior management and operational teams, providing accurate financial insight and commercial analysis to support continued growth.Key ResponsibilitiesCalculate fully absorbed standard costs to support tender pricing and commercial decision-makingMonitor multiple ongoing projects, ensuring accurate tracking of:Labour allocation and productivityMaterial usage and pricingProject timelines and recoveriesProfitability and budget performanceProduce budgets, forecasts and cost analysis reportsCarry out weekly variance analysis against targets, budgets and forecastsAnalyse direct labour costs and departmental recoveriesProcess and oversee payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely payment of employeesMaintain payroll records, liaising with HR and management regarding pay-related queries, statutory payments and deductionsIdentify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvementsSupport management with financial insight to improve efficiencies and maintain strong profit marginsAssist in developing strategies that enhance competitiveness and support new business opportunitiesWork closely with operational teams to ensure accurate financial reporting across live projectsUtilise and develop reporting systems and business intelligence tools to improve visibility and performance trackingWhat We're Looking ForProven experience in a Cost Accounting, Management Accounting or similar finance role within a manufacturing, engineering, construction, or project-driven environmentPrevious experience processing payroll and managing payroll-related administrationStrong understanding of payroll legislation, statutory deductions and compliance requirementsStrong commercial awareness with the ability to analyse complex project costing dataExperience managing financial oversight across multiple concurrent projectsExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsAdvanced Excel skills and experience using ERP and reporting systemsExperience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools would be highly advantageousDegree qualified in Accounting, Finance, or a related disciplineHighly organised with strong attention to detail and accuracyWhy Apply?Join a long-established and financially stable businessOpportunity to make a genuine commercial impactVaried and strategic role with exposure across the wider businessCollaborative working environment with strong long-term growth plansCompetitive salary and package available for the right individualFor a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please apply directly or contact Leroy Kennedy at Connexus UK.Skills:Controlling Finance Financial reporting Budget ProcessWHJS1_NI