Cost Accountant, NE11

I am delighted to be working alongside a firmly established manufacturing business based in Gateshead who can rightly regard themselves as a North East success story. My client are looking to recruit a Cost Accountant to join their finance team on a permanent basis. Offering a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including life insurance, contributory pension scheme, rewards and discounts. Responsibilities: Responsible for managing all phases of cost accounting to provide accurate information for financial reporting and support of the company's manufacturing processes. This position is a key part of the month and year-end close process and is responsible for financial analysis and reporting. Personal Competencies: * Financial Accounting background * Minimum five years? of experience at a senior level * Staff management and leadership * Highly developed leadership qualities * Charismatic * Strategic * Initiative, drive, and enthusiasm * Professional * Strong communicator * Planning and organisation skills