COMPANY DESCRIPTION, PROFILE AND SCOPE OF ROLE Our client is a premier UK manufacturer and market leader with over 70 years of heritage in precision engineering and high-specification component production. Part of a major global industrial group, their Sunderland facility combines a value-driven culture with significant investment in technology to serve world-class OEMs. Due to continued growth and a strategic restructure, they are seeking an experienced Accountant to serve as the financial lead for their Sunderland site. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team, providing the financial control and insight necessary to drive business performance. Reporting to the Group Accountant, you will oversee the local finance function, manage site-specific reporting, and act as a key partner to the operational management team. The ideal candidate will possess management accountancy experience gained within a manufacturing, or similar environment, combined with working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and WIP. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Preparation of monthly management accounts and detailed variance analysis. Lead inventory accounting, including stock validation and Work in Progress (WIP) valuations. Assisting in annual budgeting, profit planning, and regular financial forecasting. Overseeing, and mentor a small team responsible for payroll and ledgers. Management of VAT, PAYE, and statutory reporting alongside year-end audit preparation. Evaluation of CAPEX viability and provide financial analysis for operational decision-making. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent. Preferably from a manufacturing or engineering, or similar environment. Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel. Demonstrable understanding of WIP and inventory accounting within a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy, ability to meet tight deadlines, and strong communication skills (able to influence) NB: 37.5Hr Week l Site Based l Staggered start/finish times l Early Finish Friday
May 01, 2026
Full time
COMPANY DESCRIPTION, PROFILE AND SCOPE OF ROLE Our client is a premier UK manufacturer and market leader with over 70 years of heritage in precision engineering and high-specification component production. Part of a major global industrial group, their Sunderland facility combines a value-driven culture with significant investment in technology to serve world-class OEMs. Due to continued growth and a strategic restructure, they are seeking an experienced Accountant to serve as the financial lead for their Sunderland site. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team, providing the financial control and insight necessary to drive business performance. Reporting to the Group Accountant, you will oversee the local finance function, manage site-specific reporting, and act as a key partner to the operational management team. The ideal candidate will possess management accountancy experience gained within a manufacturing, or similar environment, combined with working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and WIP. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Preparation of monthly management accounts and detailed variance analysis. Lead inventory accounting, including stock validation and Work in Progress (WIP) valuations. Assisting in annual budgeting, profit planning, and regular financial forecasting. Overseeing, and mentor a small team responsible for payroll and ledgers. Management of VAT, PAYE, and statutory reporting alongside year-end audit preparation. Evaluation of CAPEX viability and provide financial analysis for operational decision-making. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent. Preferably from a manufacturing or engineering, or similar environment. Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel. Demonstrable understanding of WIP and inventory accounting within a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy, ability to meet tight deadlines, and strong communication skills (able to influence) NB: 37.5Hr Week l Site Based l Staggered start/finish times l Early Finish Friday
COMPANY DESCRIPTION, PROFILE AND SCOPE OF ROLE: This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Electronics Test Engineer to join an established, global leader in specialist engineering. Based primarily at a facility in County Durham, you will be working on behalf of our client to provide dedicated technical expertise and drive innovation in automated test development. You will report directly to the Senior Electronics Test Engineer and play a pivotal role in the design, development, and validation of custom automated test equipment (ATE). This is an autonomous, on-site position that requires a confident practitioner capable of managing the full test lifecycle while collaborating with wider engineering, NPI, and quality teams. This role offers a culture of trust and accountability, perfect for a professional who thrives on independence, creative problem-solving, and taking ownership of their work. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead the design, development, and validation of custom automated test equipment (ATE) and bespoke fixtures. Create and optimize test sequences using LabVIEW and Python to enhance automated data capture and analysis. Contribute to the New Product Introduction process through test specification design, PFMEA activities, and failure analysis. Provide expert fault-finding support for both complex electronic products and internal diagnostic rigs. Maintain accurate technical documentation, manage firmware version control, and produce detailed test reports for stakeholders. Deliver technical guidance and training to the technician team to ensure continuous improvement in production testing. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES: ESSENTIAL Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (BEng) or a relevant discipline. Proven background in a Test Engineering role specifically within a manufacturing or production environment. Strong proficiency in LabVIEW for instrument control and system automation. Competency in Python for automating test routines, data processing, or system interfacing. Experience in database-driven data acquisition (SQL) and a structured approach to hardware troubleshooting. A proactive problem-solver who communicates clearly and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. DESIRABLE Proficiency in text-based languages such as Python, C#, or C++. Familiarity with modern automation trends, including the use of LLMs or advanced software tools to accelerate application development. Experience with firmware programming and version control protocols. Knowledge of APQP/SPQP frameworks and reliability engineering principles.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
COMPANY DESCRIPTION, PROFILE AND SCOPE OF ROLE: This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Electronics Test Engineer to join an established, global leader in specialist engineering. Based primarily at a facility in County Durham, you will be working on behalf of our client to provide dedicated technical expertise and drive innovation in automated test development. You will report directly to the Senior Electronics Test Engineer and play a pivotal role in the design, development, and validation of custom automated test equipment (ATE). This is an autonomous, on-site position that requires a confident practitioner capable of managing the full test lifecycle while collaborating with wider engineering, NPI, and quality teams. This role offers a culture of trust and accountability, perfect for a professional who thrives on independence, creative problem-solving, and taking ownership of their work. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Lead the design, development, and validation of custom automated test equipment (ATE) and bespoke fixtures. Create and optimize test sequences using LabVIEW and Python to enhance automated data capture and analysis. Contribute to the New Product Introduction process through test specification design, PFMEA activities, and failure analysis. Provide expert fault-finding support for both complex electronic products and internal diagnostic rigs. Maintain accurate technical documentation, manage firmware version control, and produce detailed test reports for stakeholders. Deliver technical guidance and training to the technician team to ensure continuous improvement in production testing. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES: ESSENTIAL Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (BEng) or a relevant discipline. Proven background in a Test Engineering role specifically within a manufacturing or production environment. Strong proficiency in LabVIEW for instrument control and system automation. Competency in Python for automating test routines, data processing, or system interfacing. Experience in database-driven data acquisition (SQL) and a structured approach to hardware troubleshooting. A proactive problem-solver who communicates clearly and can manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. DESIRABLE Proficiency in text-based languages such as Python, C#, or C++. Familiarity with modern automation trends, including the use of LLMs or advanced software tools to accelerate application development. Experience with firmware programming and version control protocols. Knowledge of APQP/SPQP frameworks and reliability engineering principles.
COMPANY DESCRIPTION, PROFILE AND SCOPE OF ROLE Our client is a premier UK manufacturer and market leader with over 70 years of heritage in precision engineering and high-specification component production. Part of a major global industrial group, their Sunderland facility combines a value-driven culture with significant investment in technology to serve world-class OEMs. Due to continued growth and a strategic restructure, they are seeking an experienced Accountant to serve as the financial lead for their Sunderland site. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team, providing the financial control and insight necessary to drive business performance. Reporting to the Group Accountant, you will oversee the local finance function, manage site-specific reporting, and act as a key partner to the operational management team. The ideal candidate will possess management accountancy experience gained within a manufacturing, or similar environment, combined with working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and WIP. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Preparation of monthly management accounts and detailed variance analysis. Lead inventory accounting, including stock validation and Work in Progress (WIP) valuations. Assisting in annual budgeting, profit planning, and regular financial forecasting. Overseeing, and mentor a small team responsible for payroll and ledgers. Management of VAT, PAYE, and statutory reporting alongside year-end audit preparation. Evaluation of CAPEX viability and provide financial analysis for operational decision-making. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent. Preferably from a manufacturing or engineering, or similar environment. Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel. Demonstrable understanding of WIP and inventory accounting within a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy, ability to meet tight deadlines, and strong communication skills (able to influence) NB: 37.5Hr Week l Site Based l Staggered start/finish times l Early Finish Friday
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
COMPANY DESCRIPTION, PROFILE AND SCOPE OF ROLE Our client is a premier UK manufacturer and market leader with over 70 years of heritage in precision engineering and high-specification component production. Part of a major global industrial group, their Sunderland facility combines a value-driven culture with significant investment in technology to serve world-class OEMs. Due to continued growth and a strategic restructure, they are seeking an experienced Accountant to serve as the financial lead for their Sunderland site. This role offers a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team, providing the financial control and insight necessary to drive business performance. Reporting to the Group Accountant, you will oversee the local finance function, manage site-specific reporting, and act as a key partner to the operational management team. The ideal candidate will possess management accountancy experience gained within a manufacturing, or similar environment, combined with working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and WIP. KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Preparation of monthly management accounts and detailed variance analysis. Lead inventory accounting, including stock validation and Work in Progress (WIP) valuations. Assisting in annual budgeting, profit planning, and regular financial forecasting. Overseeing, and mentor a small team responsible for payroll and ledgers. Management of VAT, PAYE, and statutory reporting alongside year-end audit preparation. Evaluation of CAPEX viability and provide financial analysis for operational decision-making. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent. Preferably from a manufacturing or engineering, or similar environment. Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel. Demonstrable understanding of WIP and inventory accounting within a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy, ability to meet tight deadlines, and strong communication skills (able to influence) NB: 37.5Hr Week l Site Based l Staggered start/finish times l Early Finish Friday
