Job Description

We are looking for a Manufacturing Accountant to join the Finance Team in High Wycombe. This role will be responsible for the valuation of inventory, revenue, and cost of goods sold for the EM & NMR product lines. You will take ownership of P&L reporting through to Gross Margin, including inventory and warranty provisions.

You will provide meaningful financial insights to support decision-making and act as a key finance business partner to the Operations team.

Location

This is a hybrid role, with 3 days in the office. The working week is 37 hours, with flexibility to start between 07:30–09:30. We are based in High Wycombe, on the Cressex Business Park.

What is in it for you?

At Oxford Instruments, we put our people at the heart of all we do. We live our values: Inclusive, Innovative, Trusted, and Purposeful.

As part of our team, you’ll benefit from development and mentorship opportunities, working in an environment that encourages authenticity, curiosity, and collaboration. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where different perspectives are valued, innovation thrives, and people learn from each other.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12:30 Friday finishes
• BUPA private health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Group pension
• Cycle to work, tech and car schemes
• Give as you earn & share purchase options
• Retail discounts
• 25 days holiday

The Role

• Manufacturing & Cost Accounting: Monthly review of labour recovery to ensure costs are accurately reflected in prime margin; provide insight to Production Managers to support effective labour management and correct production cell setup; review ledger postings to ensure accurate reporting of cost of sales
• Financial Reporting: Support monthly close activities and contribute to the preparation of management accounts
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Prepare monthly revenue analysis and produce weekly revenue forecasts
• Inventory & Stock Management: Ensure accuracy of inventory records for accounting purposes, including WIP reconciliations
• Cost & Margin Analysis: Deliver monthly revenue and margin analysis versus prior year, budget, and forecast

Please note this is not an exhaustive list. A full role profile is available on request. Please email Abby.gelder@oxinst.com

What we are looking for

• Qualified or part-qualified (ACCA, CIMA) Open to Qualified by Experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Strong analytical and decision-making capability
• Experience in a Manufacturing/Cost Accounting or Finance Analyst role (or similar)

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