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Cost Accountant
16 March 2026
An opportunity has arisen within a well‑established organisation operating in the financial services sector for a Cost Accountant to join its expanding Finance team.
This position will play a key role in supporting month‑end activity, cost reporting, forecasting and the enhancement of financial processes across the organisation.
Responsibilities:
- Manage month‑end cost reporting, including preparation and posting of cost journals.
- Ensure all costs are recorded accurately and on time within the General Ledger.
- Analyse cost trends and provide clear commentary across categories and business lines.
- Support quarterly cost forecasting and budgeting in collaboration with business stakeholders.
- Develop automated cost reports and contribute to ongoing process improvements.
Requirements:
- Qualified Accountant with at least two years’ experience in a similar finance or cost-focused role.
- Strong Excel skills, including lookups, pivot tables, and advanced formulas.
- Experience in month‑end close processes.
- Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and an ability to manage deadlines.
- Effective communicator with a proactive, improvement‑focused mindset.