Assistant Accountant - Manufacturing

Croda is a FTSE100 organisation driven around our purpose of Smart Science to Improve Lives. With over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are focused on the research and development of novel and highly sustainable raw materials for the Life Sciences and Consumer Care sectors.

We are passionate and excited about how we can develop and utilise new technologies to shape and inspire changes within an ever-growing marketplace. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join the UK Manufacturing Finance team, based at our Cowick Hall offices in East Yorkshire. This role represents the perfect opportunity for someone who is looking to gain invaluable experience within finance. The responsibilities include variance analysis, stock costing, cost centre reporting and supporting wider accounting activities. You will support financial reporting by delivering insightful ad‑hoc analysis to assist and inform senior site stakeholders on key business decisions.

Who We’re Looking For

You will bring:

• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to work to agreed deadlines under pressure
• A collaborative mindset, with confidence communicating with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation.
• Strong communication skills with both finance and non-finance personnel
• Strong teamwork skills, collaborating effectively to improve and standardise processes
• Strong knowledge of Excel and experience with ERP systems (SAP desirable)
• Either experience in a similar role or beginning/currently studying ACA/CIMA/ACCA, with a commitment to ongoing development
• Exposure to audit, financial accounts or management accounts environments
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify, analyse, and resolve financial discrepancies.

What You’ll Be Doing

Be part of a team that values diversity, sustainability, and continuous innovation, where your ideas and contributions matter.

• Delivering timely, accurate service to internal customers
• Preparing month-end cost centre and management reports
• Supporting cost centre managers with budgets and forecasts
• Supporting the delivery of high-quality site management accounts
• Providing flexible support to the finance team when required
• Travelling regularly between our UK manufacturing Sites (Leek, Ditton & Rawcliffe)
• Contributing to inventory control and assurance across UK manufacturing sites, supporting stock monitoring, reconciliation, and physical count processes
• Support the tracking, analysis, and reporting of production costs to ensure accuracy and cost control
• Assist with the review of manufacturing variances at the UK sites
• Any other ad hoc requests from the sites or finance

What We Offer

Join a global organisation with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package including:

• Defined benefit pension scheme
• 25 days paid holiday allowance (plus bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• Free lunch in on-site restaurant
• Access to share plans
• Generous parental leave
• Retail platform benefits
• Free car parking on Croda sites
• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

In addition to the benefits above, employees also have access to a salary sacrifice car scheme* after 6 months with the company, Cycle to Work scheme*, Health Cash plan and Employee Assistance Programme in addition access to number of health and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year. *Please note salary criteria is applicable for this benefit.

Additional Information

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email ***email_hidden***.

Croda recognises employees as our strength and the diversity they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.