About this role
Robert Half are partnering with a Wiltshire-based business to recruit an experienced Stock Accountant on a 6-month temporary contract.
This is a hands-on role supporting the finance team through a busy period, with a strong focus on stock accounting, project analysis, and manufacturing finance.
Working closely with operational and finance stakeholders, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of inventory reporting, investigating stock variances, and providing meaningful analysis to support business performance.
Key Responsibilities Manage and reconcile stock and inventory accounts
Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies and valuation issues
Support monthly management accounts preparation
Analyse manufacturing costs, work-in-progress and inventory movements
Work closely with operations, supply chain and production teams
Assist with project accounting and cost tracking across multiple projects
Provide financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making
Support budgeting and forecasting processes
Ensure accurate SAP transactional reporting and data integrity
Develop and maintain Excel-based reports and analysis tools
Experience Required
Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience accountant
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of stock accounting and inventory controls
Experience supporting project accounting activities
Advanced Excel skills including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP and data analysis
Experience using SAP Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
Desirable Experience of cost accounting
Exposure to ERP system implementations or process improvements
Experience working within fast-paced operational businesses
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