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We are recruiting a highly analytical and commercially minded Senior Cost Accountant to lead the design and ownership of our new cost allocation framework (product allocations and Intra group allocations. This is the first dedicated role in the department focused solely on cost allocations, offering a rare opportunity to build a brand‑new process from the ground up. It will help shape how the business understands and manages cost allocations, develop robust forecast/planning (in Anaplan), and partner with teams across Finance to drive data‑driven decision making. With high visibility and significant autonomy, this role suits someone who thrives in an environment where they can influence, innovate, and deliver meaningful change.
Job Responsibility:
Lead design and build of a new cost allocation methodology, including consolidating the numerous current allocation models into one consistent model
Integrate allocation logic into the wider planning ecosystem (e.g., Anaplan), connecting cost centres, drivers, and outputs across Finance
Develop the first complete set of allocation governance principles, documentation, and frameworks
Build intuitive dashboards and reporting views to help stakeholders understand allocation outcomes and cost impacts
Key part of the wider finance function effort in making wholesale methodology changes (e.g from direct to waterfall)
Own the rule change process, including updates to allocation governance
Actively engage with stakeholders and be the key point of contact for Finance BPs and business teams regarding allocation principles and governance
Lead builder of allocation models in Anaplan, enhancing budgeting, forecasting, and reporting capability for allocations
Drive best practice modelling standards and ensure alignment across teams
Act as a decision-maker in shaping and improving the allocations in the planning tool landscape
Partner with teams across Finance (including IT, FP&A, Motor, PaTH) to understand key cost drivers and support strategic objectives
Translate complex technical logic into clear insights for non financial stakeholders
Create new detailed cost allocation reports, including variance and impact analysis, and present back to senior management and key stakeholders
Identify and implement opportunities to enhance allocation methodologies, planning processes, reporting and financial systems—driving efficiency, clarity, and transparency
Requirements:
Modelling and data manipulation experience is essential, with the ability to build robust financial models and confidently work with complex datasets to support planning and allocation processes
Accountant with the relevant professional qualifications (CIMA / ACCA / ACA)
Highly motivated, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in financial systems (Anaplan ideally), Excel/VBA and Power BI
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey financial insights to non-financial stakeholders
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Nice to have:
Previous business partnering experience
Understanding and previous experience of Anaplan
What we offer:
Everyone receives 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) when they join us, increasing the longer you stay with us, up to a maximum of 38 days (including bank holidays)
You also have the option to buy or sell up to an additional five days of annual leave
All colleagues eligible for up to £3,600 of free shares each year after one year of service