Overview
Job Title: Financial Controller
Location: Edinburgh, UK (Hybrid)
Contract: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated Financial Controller to lead our finance function, ensuring robust financial management and supporting our scaling journey. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic startup environment, enjoys building financial processes from the ground up, and wants to make a real impact in biotech innovation.
Key Responsibilities
* Own month-end and year-end close, producing accurate financial reports and insights.
* Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning across all functions.
* Manage cash flow forecasting and ensure financial sustainability through growth.
* Build and maintain internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness.
* Partner with leadership on strategic decision-making, fundraising, and investor reporting.
* Oversee payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and support a growing finance team.
* Ensure UK statutory and tax compliance, while preparing for international expansion.
About You
* 5+ years in financial control, ideally in biotech, manufacturing, or high-growth startups.
* Experienced in financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance.
* Strong communicator who can translate numbers into strategy.
* Tech-savvy with accounting/Xero/ERP software and advanced Excel/financial modelling skills.
* Adaptable, proactive, and excited to contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative startup.
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a mission-driven team reshaping how labs around the world work.
* Opportunity to shape the finance function of a scaling company.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Hybrid working environment, based in Edinburgh's vibrant biotech hub.
* A collaborative, ambitious, and supportive culture.
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