Cost Analyst

We’re looking for a commercially minded Cost Analyst to support costing, margin analysis, inventory control and financial reporting. You’ll also play a key role in improving processes, maximising the use of Sage 200 and supporting the implementation of Lucanet for local and Group reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and develop standard costing models.

• Analyse manufacturing costs, product margins and variances.

• Review labour, material and overhead costs.

• Support stock reconciliations, valuations, counts and discrepancy investigations.

• Produce monthly cost reports, KPIs and profitability analysis.

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and month‑end processes.

• Work closely with production, engineering, transport and purchasing teams.

• Drive process improvements and support system enhancements in Sage 200.

• Transfer data from Sage 200 into Lucanet and support Group reporting.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within the role or similar.

• Strong understanding of costing principles and inventory accounting.

• Advanced Excel skills.

• Experience with Sage 200 and Lucanet (including mapping ERP data to Group COA).

• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.

• Part‑qualified or fully qualified (CIMA / ACCA / ACA) desirable.

Personal Attributes:

• Commercially aware, proactive and solutions‑focused.

• Strong communication skills and confident challenging processes.

• Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Working hours:

• Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm

Interviews are to be held as soon as possible so please apply today for more information on the exciting opportunity.