Factory Accountant - 12 months FTC

Factory Accountant - 12 months FTC

Posted 4 days ago by DorSuite on Linkedin

Negotiable
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Deeside, Wales, United Kingdom

Summary: The Factory Accountant role at a family-owned manufacturing business in Deeside, North Wales, involves leading improvements in financial processes and reporting within the manufacturing operations. The position requires expertise in cost accounting and strong analytical skills to support decision-making. The role is offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract and involves collaboration with various stakeholders across the UK sites. The successful candidate will manage aspects of the Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet while ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports.
  • Support month-end and year-end closing activities.
  • Provide weekly job costing information and other financial metrics on factory/operational performance.
  • Review and assist in ensuring the accuracy of the job costing data on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
  • Investigate variances in performance vs expectation and explain these to management.
  • Work closely with stores team regarding stock management and reporting.
  • Manage fixed assets, including assisting with investment business case creation and physical asset audits.
  • Develop management reporting improvements, assist with budgeting, forecasting, and audit preparation.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
  • Drive process improvement in all job role areas.

Key Skills:

  • Relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Familiarity with financial best practices.
  • Proficient in IT, working with financial software, ERP/MRP solutions.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Deeside

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other