Cost Analyst - 12 month FTC

Your new company Join a dynamic and forward-thinking team that is dedicated to driving transformation and efficiency within the industry. Our client is committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment, where your skills and expertise will be highly valued and utilised. Your new role As a Cost Analyst, you will play a crucial role in supporting their transformation project. Your responsibilities will include the preparation of work schedules, payment reconciliation, and developing further analysis. You will be tasked with resolving unallocated and cancelled transactions, validating the accuracy of ledger postings, and ensuring that all work schedules are regularly updated. Additionally, you will prepare journals to clear down incorrectly posted costs and undertake any other work required to support the transformation project. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you should have a strong finance background, preferably with experience in accounts payable or receivable. Exceptional IT skills, especially in Excel, are essential, and experience with SAP is highly desirable. You must have experience handling and manipulating large sets of data. Flexibility to work past standard finish times and the ability to obtain an SC Clearance are also required. What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a competitive salary of £25,000 per year, along with the opportunity to work on a full-time, 12-month fixed-term contract. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to work up to three days a week in the Preston office, with the remaining days working remotely. You will be part of a supportive team that values your contributions and provides opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for finance and data analysis, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)