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Shipley

Assistant Cost Accountant

£37,816 plus bonus and benefits
Cubed Talent is proud to be partnering with a well-established manufacturing business in Shipley to recruit an Assistant Cost Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity for a part-qualified accountant looking to broaden their experience in a structured, controls-focused finance environment. Reporting to the Management Accountant, you'll play an integral role in the month-end reporting cycle, delivering accurate and timely financial information to support both finance and non-finance colleagues in making informed business decisions. You'll also contribute to maintaining a strong control environment, working within SOX, CFAP and CEAP frameworks - making this an excellent role for someone keen to develop their compliance and cost accounting expertise. The day to day will include: Monitoring, querying and reporting of manual inventory adjustments Developing and maintaining Inventory SOX controls and compliance testing Updating bill of material costs and investigating costing queries Variance analysis, standard cost updates and overseeing automated system ledger close Preparing cost of sales and inventory journal provisions Balance sheet reconciliations and supporting forecasts for cost of sales, margins and inventory levels Assessing cost/benefit of Capex and efficiency proposals Participating in the planning and execution of externally audited annual stock takes and WIP checks Managing aged inventory write-offs and providing financial guidance on government-funded development projects   We're looking for a candidate with experience in a similar role, producing journals and working to tight reporting deadlines, ideally within a manufacturing environment with MRP or ERP systems but this is not essential. Strong double entry knowledge and a solid grasp of basic costing principles, along with good all round knowledge of financial accounting systems and procedures are all essential, as well as at least a level 4 AAT qualification. Candidates studying towards a formal accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA) is desirable. Familiarity with US GAAP, IFRS or a SOX-controlled environment is also desirable and any involvement in systems or process improvement projects would be a bonus.   In return, you will be offered a salary of £37,816 (with pending pay award increase) plus annual bonus up to £2200 and benefits including: Flexible start/finish times 33 days leave Health cash plan Enhanced pension scheme Free parking Life assurance scheme   Our client offers a genuinely varied finance role with real exposure to cost accounting, inventory management and compliance within a well-run, established manufacturing business. To apply or find out more, get in touch with the Jess at Cubed Talent on 01274 599354.
Leeds

Stores Operative

£28,744 per annum plus benefits
Cubed Talent are working with a leading designer, manufacturer and installer of high speed machinery to both the UK and overseas markets. Due to continued growth, they are now looking to recruit several stores operatives to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. Immediate starts available! What's in it for you?: £28,744 per annum (equivalent to £14.74 per hour) Permanent role Working hours typically Mon- Thu 7:30am-4:15pm & Fri 7:30-1:00pm, however where necessary, staggered start times from 6am to support the assembly department 33 days leave Enhanced pension contributions  Westfield Health cash plan  Non-contractual annual bonus  Free parking  Excellent working culture About the Role:  Booking stock in and out on IT system  Receiving, checking, and locating stock  Picking and issuing stock  General Warehouse duties  Moving stock around the site using FLT (Counterbalance / Articulated FLT) Conducting quarterly stock taking     Skills & Experience Required: Previous experience of working within a stores or warehouse department within the manufacturing/engineering sector  Experience of picking form pick lists  Placing stock into stock locations  Able to use computer systems with training FLT (Counterbalance and/or Reach) Experience in locating stock and resolving stock issues  Experience of participating in stock takes Apply now for immediate consideration and interview. Apply online or call Jess on 01274 599354.
Shipley

Production Scheduling Coordinator

£32,626 plus bonus and benefits
About the Company Our client is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of specialist high-speed industrial machinery, with an $8.5 billion turnover and operations spanning 41 countries. A business with a genuine pedigree — recognised with The King's Award for Enterprise across international trade, innovation and sustainable development — this is an organisation that combines world-class engineering capability with a strong, people-focused culture. The Role We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Production Scheduling Coordinator to join a well-established engineering team in Shipley. This is a pivotal role sitting at the heart of the business, with interactions spanning design, engineering, quality, purchasing, stores, assembly and despatch — making it ideal for someone who thrives on variety, cross-functional collaboration and keeping complex moving parts running smoothly. You'll harness the MRP2 process to coordinate production scheduling across multiple departments, ensuring customer orders and project deadlines are met with precision and consistency. Key Responsibilities Work closely with Sales during the quote phase to provide accurate lead time estimates and ensure Engineering meets target issue dates Verify data integrity of part setups and ensure timely Make/Buy decisions are made by Production Engineering Produce precise production schedules and maintain the MRP Exception Listing Collaborate with Finance to perform standard cost build-ups on Make parts and enable timely release of production work orders Monitor and manage schedule adherence across departments, proactively resolving conflicts or delays Act as a key communication link between functions to ensure seamless order fulfilment What We're Looking For Essential: Proven experience in a production scheduling, planning or supply chain role Competent and confident using MRP2 systems Strong understanding of Bills of Materials and Routings Proficient in Microsoft Office — particularly Excel Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the business Desirable: Background in an engineering or manufacturing environment Experience working within a complex, multi-department production operation Benefits £32,626 base salary (with annual increase pending to £33,768) Non-contractual company bonus up to £2200 annually 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays Flexible start and finish times — 37.5 hours per week with core hours Monday to Friday Competitive pension scheme Westfield Health scheme A genuinely collaborative and supportive working environment within a world-class engineering business If you're a driven scheduling professional looking to make your mark within a globally respected engineering organisation, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with a full CV or contact the Cubed Talent team for a confidential discussion on 01274 599354.

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I can't thank Cubed enough for helping me get back into a full time job within a week of being back in Leeds. Thanks for helping me secure the interview and helping me improve my CV. A big thank you to the team

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I’d like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding recruitment support provided by Jess. Her professionalism, clear communication, and dedication throughout the process made a real difference. She offered valuable guidance at every stage and ensured a smooth and efficient experience. Highly recommend her services to anyone!

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Amazing agency, Alex Ingham is a super wonderful person, she was persistent in making sure everything went through in order to land me the job I wanted. 100% happy and would definitely recommend to anyone. Thank you for your service Alex it is whole heartedly appreciated!

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Cubed is one of the best, if not the best, recruitment agencies on the market. Thanks to the team, I was able to secure a permanent position in a great company. The whole recruitment process went smoothly and quickly. My only regret is that I didn't encounter them earlier. 5-star service, full of professionalism and helpful advice. Can't recommend them enough.

L WasilewskiCandidate

We worked with Cubed for over three years and have recently re-engaged to support another long term and business critical project. They supported the business with setting up our RPO and therefore worked closely with both the HR and management teams. Cubed take the time to understand our recruitment needs and in particular the niche skills required in our business

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Co-founded by Rob Fleming, former Director of Pace Micro Technology, and recruitment veteran Steven Street, our business operates across fixed locations, onsite operations, and strategic hubs, and is even embedded in-house with clients.

With engineering, technology, and manufacturing at our core, we offer a unique blend of expertise.  Cubed have a highly experienced, proven and results driven team of sector specialists, working across the company.

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