At a Glance
- Tasks: Support financial performance by delivering accurate reporting and driving cost visibility.
- Company: Leading FMCG manufacturer with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work with large data sets and develop strong relationships across teams.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and influence key business decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Finance or related field, with experience in manufacturing finance or cost accounting.
The predicted salary is between 33075 - 40425 £ per year.
The Just Recruitment Group Ltd is currently recruiting for a Cost Controller for a leading manufacture of FMCG goods, based in Halstead, Essex.
Hybrid working available - 3 days office and 2 days work from home.
Our client is looking for an analytical and detail-oriented Cost Controller to join their manufacturing finance team.
In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the plant's financial and operational performance by delivering accurate reporting, supporting budgeting and forecasting activities, and helping drive cost visibility across the business.
Role will involve working closely with Finance and Operations teams, you will contribute to month-end reporting processes, industrial cost management, standard costing activities, and profitability analysis.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working with data, collaborating across functions, and influencing business decisions within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
You will also support the management and maintenance of material standard costs, ensuring costing data remains accurate and reflects operational realities.
Through detailed analysis of manufacturing and overhead costs, you will help assess product, brand, and SKU profitability, providing recommendations that support business performance and continuous improvement.
Essential requirements: A degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related discipline and bring previous experience within a controlling, manufacturing finance, cost accounting, or similar finance environment.
SAP knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and confident using the Microsoft Office Suite.
Highly analytical, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with large and complex data sets.
You possess excellent problem-solving abilities, strong communication skills, and the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders across Finance and Operations For more information on this position, please contact Just Recruitment Group Ltd on telephone 01376 517079 quoting job reference TB81.
Please note that if you have not been contacted within 7 days, your application for this position has been unsuccessful.
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Cost Controller - manufacturing sector employer: Just Recruitment Group Ltd
The Just Recruitment Group Ltd is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. With a focus on employee growth, we provide comprehensive training and development opportunities tailored to enhance your skills in the sales sector. Located in Leeds, our team enjoys a vibrant city atmosphere, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the electrical and tools industry.
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