About the Company
Part of Hill and Smith Holdings Plc, based in Middlesbrough, Lionweld Kennedy are the recognised UK’s leading supplier of Safe, Sustainable Access solutions in Steel or GRP. We have a strong heritage of supporting multiple vertical sectors with products adaptable to the latest built environments and have a modern approach backed by 100 years of experience.
Why work for us:
We are in a strong position and have the investment and appetite for growth. As part of a FTSE 250 Plc with companies based worldwide. We are part of a strong and dynamic team delivering sustainable and innovative products and services.
The Person:
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Strong time management and prioritisation skills
- Well organised and punctual
- Excellent people/communication skills
- A ‘can-do’ attitude and a keenness for professional self-development
- A thirst to take on growing responsibilities and projects.
Position Description:
Responsible for the financial health of production activities of Lionweld Kennedy. They calculate product costs, control inventory, analyse material waste, and investigate cost variances(both production, and overheads). Bridging the gap between the finance department and the factory floor, they turn operational data into actionable strategies that improve profitability.
Responsibilities:
- Standard Costing: Develop and maintain accurate standard costs for materials, labour, and overheads.
- Variance Analysis(Manufacturing): Compare actual manufacturing costs to standard costs. Investigate discrepancies (e.g., Purchase Price Variances) and work with floor managers to find root causes.
- Variance Analysis(Overheads): Compare actual overhead costs to budget costs. Investigate discrepancies, and help identify cost savings opportunities.
- Inventory Management: Oversee the valuation and reconciliation of raw materials, Work in Progress (WIP), and finished goods. Lead physical stock counts and monitor cycle counts.
- BOM & Routing Maintenance: Ensure Bills of Materials (BOMs) accurately reflect the real-world manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Financial Reporting: Prepare periodic cost reports, sales margin analyses, and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) reports for management. Help provide information as required to complete monthly accounts within Group reporting timetable.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist in annual budget preparations and ongoing OPEX (operational expenditure) and forecasting activities.
- Cost Reduction(Manufacturing): Provide financial analysis for cost-saving initiatives, waste reduction, and continuous improvement projects, by working with production, and purchase departments.
Position: Full Time with an immediate start
Hours of work: Mon- Thursday 9.00am -17.00pm, Friday 8.00am – 2.00pm
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Holidays: Full time – 25 days per year (Holiday year Jan – Dec) + 8 Bank holidays, Pro rata for part time.
Life Insurance: 3 times basic salary whilst in employment
Pension Scheme: Automatic enrolment if meet criteria, 5% Employee, 3% Employer. After 1 year in April – Age related up to max 6.5%.
Hill and Smith Share options scheme: When available and if applicable.
Employee Assistance Programme: Free to employees (Lifeworks)
Employee Engagement Platform offering discounts – (Rewards Gateway)
Free on-site parking.
Close proximity to Town Centre, bus & train stations
We welcome applicants from all sectors of the community, and we aim to recruit a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
All applicants will be asked to prove that they have the right to work in the UK.
