Collect, monitor, analyse and make recommendations on costs within the business.

What you'll be doing:

• Collect, analyse, and interpret data related to the costs of raw materials, labour, and overheads.

• Prepare detailed cost reports and present findings to management, supporting decision-making, pricing, margin assurance and strategic planning.

• Collaborate with departments across the business to ensure accurate cost allocation and identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Conduct variance analysis between actual and standard/budget costs, investigating and explaining significant discrepancies, with recommendations to improve margin.

• Assist in the development and refinement of cost accounting systems and procedures to ensure clean, accurate data, resulting in usable reports and insights (e.g. using Power BI).

• Support month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations related to manufacturing activities

• Support budgeting and forecasting processes by providing reliable cost data and trend analysis.

• Monitor inventory valuation and assist with stocktakes and cost of goods sold calculations.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies and relevant financial regulations.

Who we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Mathematics, or a related field (CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification is advantageous).

• Proven experience in cost analysis, ideally within a manufacturing or production environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present complex data in a clear manner.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. MS D365, SAP, Oracle).

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

About us

ELIQUO HYDROK is an award-winning, established and growing, market leader. We provide water treatment solutions that keep seas and rivers clean and drinking water safe. From flood water management to sewage filtration systems, we provide innovative, environmentally considerate, cost-effective, and practical solutions to municipal water companies.

We’re passionate about our people, offering a range of benefits to our valued employees, including hybrid working and a Medicash healthcare plan. You will be part of a team of 180+ colleagues delivering high-quality, essential services underpinning water infrastructure and environmental improvement across the UK.

Inclusion & Diversity

At Eliquo Hydrok, we are committed to fostering a culture of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect across all areas of our business. We actively promote equality and diversity, and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind - whether based on gender, race, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or employment status. Our goal is to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, feels respected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. To support fairness in our recruitment process, we ask all applicants to complete an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) survey after applying. This helps us monitor and improve our practices, ensuring equal access to opportunities for everyone.

Benefits

• Flexible/hybrid working options available

• Medicash Health Plan

• Company Pension

• Sick Pay

• On-site parking

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Company Events

• Appraisal and Personal Development programme