Robert Half are partnering with an exciting, progressive bio-tech company, based in central London to recruit an up and coming Assistant management accountant to join their vibrant finance team. Role: Our client is looking to recruit an assistant management accountant from a fast paced start up bio tech or tech business to join their vibrant finance team on a permanent basis. key responsibilities include: Ensure that core financial processes are carried out efficiently with full use of systems and within policies of a professional company Update and reconcile financial ledgers in the relevant accounts package (currently Sage 200) Accurately process purchase orders, supplier invoices and supplier payments Raising future sales invoices and debtor control in a timely and accurate manner Check and process employee expense claims, raising issues and queries with line managers as appropriate Reconcile company credit cards Manage and maintain relationship with banks, including bank account administration and daily bank reconciliations, according to appropriate level of sign off Maintain Accurate tangible and intangible fixed asset registers Prepare of prepayments and accruals, as part of the closing process, in conjunction with the Finance Manager Prepare supporting documents for year-end audit files, for review by Head of Finance Assist with the preparation of monthly budgets, for overview by Finance Manager to the relevant holders Prepare payroll reports for sign off by Finance Manager Maintain pensions schedule Prepare VAT returns for sign off by Finance Manager Support the creation and improvement of processes and innovation relating to policies and controls Act as the first point of call for employees with finance queries Research and resolve appropriate level discrepancies/queries in a timely fashion, raising with Finance Manager/Head of Finance as required Collaborate closely with the Finance Manager, Head of Finance and CFO with any other ad hoc tasks as required, including company secretarial duties, health and safety compliance, data entry and analysis, IT, insurance policies etc. Profile: The successful permanent candidate will have at least 3 years experience working within an accounting team supporting the production of management accounts and payroll. This candidate must also be happy to still support on general ledger activities such as filing VAT returns and maintain the sales and purchase ledger. candidates must have maximum notice period of 1 month. Client: well established scale up Bio tech business, specialising in the development of drugs to treat and cure serious diseases. Salary & Benefits: Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 25 days holiday bank holidays 10% employer pension contribution 4x life assurance private medical with Bupa study support - AAT, ACCA, CIMA Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.