Job Description
Responsibilities
1. Manage and monitor all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems to ensure compliance with company policies and fiscal requirements.
2. Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team (2-3 direct reports), fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
3. Deliver timely and accurate month-end and year-end closes, statutory accounts, and tax filings.
4. Conduct monthly reconciliations of balance sheet accounts and ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
5. Manage cash flow in coordination with the Subsidiary Controller.
6. Support audits and liaise with external auditors.
7. Optimize financial processes, implement best practices, and drive automation to improve efficiency.
8. Execute other administrative tasks such as corporate card administration and statistical surveys.
Skills, Education & Qualifications
1. Recognized accounting qualification such as ACCA or equivalent is required.
2. Proven post-qualification experience in accounting, with the ability to operate confidently in complex environments, ideally including international exposure.
3. Experienced user of ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
4. Working knowledge of UK tax compliance regulations and reporting.
5. People management experience and excellent interpersonal skills.
6. Strong planning, organizational skills, and the ability to work accurately within strict deadlines.
7. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
About Us
Are you interested in working in science for a leading global Contract Research Organization that is expanding rapidly and delivering best-in-class service to its clients? If you are ambitious and hardworking, keep reading, as we are looking for talented individuals like you.
We are globally recognized for our leadership in science, providing an opportunity to work with some of the industry's smartest and most inquisitive people in a flexible and supportive environment. It is an ideal place to expand your knowledge, take on new responsibilities, and advance your career.
If you want to join us in our mission to use scientific capabilities to improve the quality of life, we would love to hear from you.
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