Cost Controller: Drive Cost Insights & Budgets

JBT; Livingston; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food solutions company based in Livingston seeks a detail-oriented Cost Controller. The successful candidate will analyze cost structures and support financial decision-making. Key responsibilities include preparing reports, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with financial standards. The role requires a degree in finance or a related field and experience in a manufacturing environment. Attractive benefits include annual leave and private healthcare.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Access to Private Health Care

Salary Sacrifice pension matched to 8%

Retail Discount Scheme

Group Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Access to our Health & Well being platform

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience as a Cost Analyst or similar role.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Analyse cost data and prepare reports to support business decisions.
• Collaborate with Operations and Logistics to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Monitor and report on budget variances.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

A leading food solutions company based in Livingston seeks a detail-oriented Cost Controller. The successful candidate will analyze cost structures and support financial decision-making. Key responsibilities include preparing reports, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring compliance with financial standards. The role requires a degree in finance or a related field and experience in a manufacturing environment. Attractive benefits include annual leave and private healthcare.