Cost/Management Accountant

We are a family-owned global company that produces ultra critical valves for the world’s oil, gas and hydrogen industries, where exceptional quality and on time delivery is critical.

With operations spanning the UK, USA, Dubai, Malaysia and India, and a world-class Research & Development centre in Knutsford, we have ambitious plans to grow beyond our £100m turnover.

Our business model is to sub-contract our components, then assemble at our facilities in Knutsford and Chennai. Our culture is agile, entrepreneurial and decisive. There are no layers of bureaucracy, endless committees or slow-moving approval processes. We value common sense, accountability and action.

Key Responsibilities As a hands-on Cost/Management Accountant, you will act as the key link between production and finance:

Margin Protection: Review projects to assess real GM vs budget

Inventory Control: Manage surplus and obsolete stock to optimise cash flow

Operational Auditing: Review labour, overtime, and rework accuracy in ERP (Syteline)

Standard Costing: Maintain and roll up standard costs to ensure accurate reporting

Stock Control: Lead cycle counts and resolve discrepancies

Global Support: Provide analytical support to international operations

What You’ll Bring

Proven experience as a Cost Accountant in manufacturing

Strong knowledge of WIP, standard costing, and variance analysis

Confident challenger mindset with the ability to influence operations

Advanced Excel and ERP/MRP systems experience (Syteline preferred)

CIMA qualified (essential)

Remuneration & Package

We offer a competitive salary depending on experience.

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If you live within forty minutes of Knutsford, and have the relevant industry experience, skills, and gravitas to command this role, please send your CV.