Cost Management Accountant / Cost Modelling Consultant

Interim Cost Management Accountant / Cost Modelling Consultant F1 / Motor Sports / Automotive Manufacturing / Engineering / Logistics Location : Hybrid (Remote with site visits - Stafford) Start Date : ASAP Engagement : Contract / Fractional (Outside IR35) - 2 to 5 days per week Day Rate : £Negotiable / Excellent (Fractional or Contract Opportunity) Duration : Initial 3-month contract, with strong extension potential Are you an experienced Cost Modelling Consultant with a background in engineering-led environments such as automotive, motorsport, or advanced manufacturing? We’re supporting a cutting-edge high-performance engine programme that needs commercially aware, engineering-savvy financial leadership to shape and deliver a joined-up cost modelling strategy. This is a contract or fractional consulting role - ideal for someone with strong exposure to manufacturing, engineering, and logistics operations, who’s ready to dive into a complex, fast-paced environment. You’ll report directly to the CFO, with a broad remit and high-level visibility. Key Focus Areas :

• Design and implement scalable, cross-functional cost models for engine development
• Build robust financial processes across engineering, procurement and operations
• Identify cost leakage and drive actionable insights for decision-makers
• Develop board-ready reporting and cost control governance
• Work across teams to embed best practice cost control into daily operations About You :
• Extensive experience in cost modelling, cost accounting and financial cost control
• Strong grounding in engineering or manufacturing environments - especially those with complex supply chains and logistics
• Deep knowledge of absorption costing and engineered product cost structures
• Able to influence senior stakeholders and challenge assumptions where needed
• Experience in F1 is great, but motorsport or high-performance automotive more broadly is very welcome This is a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact in a high-profile programme. If you’re looking for a flexible, high-value contract where you can bring real engineering and commercial insight together - we’d love to hear from you. Interested? Let’s talk