Job Description

Job Overview

Supervising and working together with the local finance team and the EMEA divisional controller the incumbent will lead the preparation of the monthly and annual financial close for the English operation and the German sales entity. In addition, this position will continually monitor and maintain the updating of manufactured and purchased product costs and always ensuring accuracy within the data. The local finance team now consists of four persons; two credit controllers, a purchase ledger clerk and one payroll administrator & accounts assistant.

Plant Accountant Duties

Perform monthly financial close providing timely and accurate financial information. This embodies all accrual/prepayment activities, control account reconciliation tie-out and Balance sheet verification Prepare monthly upload data for the parent company together with all required reporting requirements Perform year-end process and production of lead schedules as agreed with the auditors and in line with local and corporate guidelines Assist in the preparation of quarterly forecasts and annual plan Provide financial support to the local management team and EMEA controller where required Provide cover in accounts payable and receivable Provide support in the payrolling VAT & Corporate tax returns Supervise the preparation of the cash forecast International transactions GmbH month end and financial closing Lead process optimization Other duties as assigned

Cost Accountant Duties

Maintain the costing system for manufactured goods ensuring the bill of material, machine hours, labour hours and overhead rates are up to date and accurate Maintain the purchase price of bought in goods ensuring the system cost is up to date and inclusive of all costs including freight and duty Regular review and update of product costs in line with local and corporate policies Analyse manufacturing costs and prepare periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production / purchase costs Understand and report on the manufacturing and purchase price variances and take corrective action where necessary Ensure accuracy in inventory values and cost of goods sold Assist in the physical stocktakes of both finished goods and raw materials

Skills & Qualifications:

High level of English language required, both spoken and written Recognised accountancy qualification 5+ years' cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment Good written and verbal communication skills Proficient in the use of Excel and ERP systems Experience of managing staff and leading a team
If you are passionate about finance and looking to make a significant impact within an organisation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Start date ASAP.

Potential opportunity to offer a permanent position after the 12 months fixed term contract.

37.5 hours per week

8.30am to 5pm Monday to Thursday

9am to 3pm Friday

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 35,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 31/10/2025
Reference ID: BemisFinMgr0825