Cost Accountant

Keeler Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative engineering and technology firm is seeking a Cost Accountant to join their dynamic team. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to a purpose-driven organization focused on a zero-emission future. As the company experiences rapid growth and ERP implementation, you will play a crucial role in delivering financial insights, enhancing cost control processes, and collaborating with senior leadership. If you are a finance professional with a strong background in cost accounting and a passion for continuous improvement, this position offers a collaborative culture and the chance to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Collaborative Culture

Direct Access to Senior Leadership

Opportunity to Shape Processes

Qualifications

• Solid cost accounting experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and report on costs across projects and production.
• Develop accurate product costing models and assist with budgeting.

Skills

Cost Accounting

Analytical Skills

ERP Systems

Communication Skills

Education

Qualified or QBE Accountant

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

We're working with a forward-thinking engineering and technology business based near Attleborough that is looking to appoint a Cost Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-growth organisation.

As the business moves through a period of rapid scale-up and ERP implementation, the role will be key in delivering clear financial insight, driving margin improvements, and enhancing cost control processes. This position offers regular exposure to senior leadership and collaboration across engineering, sales, and operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse and report on project, production, material, labour, and overhead costs
• Perform margin and profitability analysis across products and projects
• Support revenue recognition and compliance with reporting standards
• Manage and reconcile inventory, providing insight and resolving discrepancies
• Develop and maintain accurate product costing models
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities, identifying cost-saving opportunities
• Collaborate cross-functionally to gather data and support decision-making
• Support R&D finance activities, including grant claims and intangible asset reporting
• Play a key role in ERP implementation, data integrity, and process improvement

What We're Looking For

• Qualified or QBE Accountant with solid cost accounting experience
• Background in manufacturing, engineering, or R&D environments
• Strong analytical skills and an eye for detail
• Confident communicator able to work across functions
• Experience working with ERP systems and data migration

Why Apply?

• Work in a purpose-driven company contributing to a zero-emission future
• High visibility role with direct access to senior leadership
• Fast-paced, hands-on environment with the opportunity to shape processes
• A collaborative culture that values continuous improvement and innovation

If you're a cost-focused finance professional ready to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now by sending your CV to (url removed) or get in touch for a confidential chat on (phone number removed).