Cost Accountant

About Vulcanic TEE

Vulcanic TEE, part of the Spirax Group, is a leading Australian manufacturer of industrial heating elements and electric heating solutions. Based in Coffs Harbour, NSW, we support customers across a broad range of industries including food and beverage, HVAC&R, manufacturing, power generation, pharmaceuticals, marine, and resources.

As part of a global organisation focused on engineering a more efficient, safer, and sustainable world, we are helping drive decarbonisation through the electrification of industrial heating processes.

With over 50 years of manufacturing excellence in Australia, we are committed to delivering sustainable value to our customers, employees, shareholders, and communities.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and commercially focused Cost Accountant to join our Finance team.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role will be responsible for analysing and maintaining product costing information, monitoring manufacturing performance, supporting inventory management processes, and providing financial insights that drive informed business decisions.

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with manufacturing, operations, engineering, and supply chain teams while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and review standard costing systems and methodologies.

• Analyse manufacturing costs, variances, labour efficiencies, and material usage.

• Support monthly reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning activities.

• Assist with inventory management, stock valuations, and cycle count processes.

• Investigate and report on cost variances and operational performance trends.

• Partner with operational teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.

• Prepare financial analysis and reports to support decision-making.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal controls.

• Support month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Contribute to continuous improvement projects across finance and manufacturing operations.

About You

We are looking for a motivated professional who aligns with our core values of Excellence, Respect, Integrity, Customer Focus, Safety, and Collaboration.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.

• Previous experience in a Cost Accountant, Management Accountant, or similar finance role.

• Experience within a manufacturing environment is highly desirable.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

• A continuous improvement mindset and commercial awareness.

• Australian work rights or a valid Australian work visa.

Why Join Vulcanic TEE?

In addition to living and working in one of Australia's most desirable regional locations, you'll enjoy:

• Working for a leading global organisation within the Spirax Group.

• Industry-leading paid parental leave.

• Annual wellbeing day.

• 15 caregiver leave days.

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your immediate family.

• Career development and progression opportunities.

• Exposure to a diverse and growing manufacturing business.

• Challenging and meaningful work that contributes to a more sustainable future.

• Competitive salary package.

Apply Now

If you're looking for an opportunity to apply your financial expertise in a growing manufacturing business while contributing to a global organisation committed to sustainability and innovation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and be part of a team engineering a more efficient, safer, and sustainable world.