Overview
The Senior Financial Accountant role at Abcam will be instrumental in supporting the GL Finance team as they deliver under the Sarbanes Oxley regulations (SOx) as well as statutory compliance. The role will heavily focus on balance sheet integrity, especially in respect of payroll and related accruals. The post holder is also responsible for liaison with FP&A in respect of Intangible capitalisations for internal software development initiatives. This position reports to the Head of US and EMEA Finance Control and is part of the Core Finance team located in Cambridge and will be an on-site role.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Responsibilities
* Play a key role in regular accounting processes including Balance Sheet reconciliations, journal entry preparation and/or approval, month end close & GL review. This includes ownership of controls preparation and execution for SOx compliance.
* Ensure close interaction with a variety of internal stakeholders and counterparts who will input and influence reported figures, including Finance Business Partners, Tax & Treasury.
* Maintain relationships with FP&A counterparts in relation to Marketing, Sales & Service, Supply Chain and Manufacturing and Digital functions, including regular monthly meetings to review OPEX and CAPEX, plus review of Fixed Asset register for obsolescence or impairment.
* Review and approval of prepared journals. 2nd line review for Intrastat, EC Sales returns across either Abcam Plc or Abcam Netherlands B.V on rotation.
* Assisting with continuous improvement of internal processes & controls and documenting changes to Standard Operating Procedures.
Qualifications
* Qualified accountant ACA / ACCA / CIMA with financial reporting accounting focus and background ideally with listed organisations.
* Sound understanding of IFRS and US GAAP. Knowledge of accounting best practices.
* Diligent, inquisitive with sound analytical skills, but maintaining attention to detail
* Strong written and verbal communication skills. Great time management skills, demonstrating thoroughness and reliability. Embracer of change.
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Job details
* Seniority level: Not Applicable
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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