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Interim Cost Accountant, Global Aerospace, Birmingham

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About Our Client

My client is a leading global aerospace business based in Birmingham.

Job Description

Drive reliable and meaning Standard Costing within the plant including daily costing updates Execute the annual cost roll for material, labour and overhead Supporting new product development cost estimates and analysis Activities and analysis to improve overall accuracy of product cost Partner with on-going cost reviews Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities Complete monthly account reconciliations and financial performance analysis Monitor processes and controls relating to financial transactions, recommending and implementing improvements with the Controller and business partners Work closely with non-finance team members to drive cost improvements and analysis in all production activities Partner in Annual Budget and Quarterly Forecasting Provide Meaningful Business Analysis

The Successful Applicant

ACA/ACCA/CIMA Strong proficiency in Excel and strong working knowledge of other office programs Strong analytical skills; experience working with large data sets is a plus Ability to work well in a cross-functional manufacturing environment

What's on Offer

£350 - £400 per day Interim to permanent opportunity
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