Junior Costing Officer

KPI RECRUITING LTD; Sefton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Junior Costing Officer. The successful candidate will support financial analyses and costings while collaborating with various teams. Ideal for candidates with some finance-related experience and strong analytical skills. This full-time position offers a salary of £25,000–£30,000, and requires attention to detail and effective communication. For inquiries, contact Maria.

Qualifications

• Some experience in finance, costing, or data analysis is desirable.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with willingness to learn.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation of product costings using internal tools.
• Collaborate with production and finance teams to maintain cost records.
• Provide analytical support for cost and margin analysis.

Skills

Some experience in finance, costing, or data analysis

Basic understanding of management and cost accounting principles

Strong analytical and numerical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Enthusiastic and proactive

Tools

ERP or other financial systems

Job description

Junior Costing Officer

Location: ST4
Hours: Full-time (38.75 hours per week)
Salary: £25,000–£30,000 (pro rata)
Contract: 6-month fixed-term

Key Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of product costings using internal costing tools and financial data, following standard cost and management accounting principles.
• Collaborate with production and finance teams to maintain accurate manufacturing cost records and related data.
• Assist with the preparation and reconciliation of stock valuation information in accordance with accounting standards.
• Provide analytical support for cost and margin analysis on new products and promotional activity.
• Help maintain databases for purchased materials and contribute to the development of standard cost models.
• Participate in weekly analysis of stock and production performance data for business reporting purposes.
• Support inventory analysis processes, investigating discrepancies and taking appropriate follow-up action.
• Contribute to the preparation of journals and management reports as part of the monthly reporting cycle.
• Provide ad-hoc administrative and analytical support as required.

Skills and Experience

• Some experience in finance, costing, or data analysis (work placement or entry-level role desirable).
• Basic understanding of management and cost accounting principles.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP or other financial systems is an advantage.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Interested? Call Maria on 01782 712230 or email [e-mail].