Job Description
About Us
Touchlight pioneers scalable, cell-free DNA technology, transforming gene therapy and genetic medicine. With a commitment to innovation, excellence, and a diverse team, we push boundaries to deliver safer, more efficient solutions for the future.
At Touchlight, we’ve reimagined DNA production to meet the evolving needs of innovators like you. Our patented synthetic DNA vector, dbDNA™, and cell-free enzymatic manufacturing platform deliver DNA with unmatched speed, scale, and purity, helping you move faster from discovery to clinic.
Whether you’re developing mRNA, viral vector, or vaccines, Touchlight helps you overcome the limits of plasmid manufacturing. No fermentation. No antibiotics. No cell banking. Just high-quality RUO or GMP DNA, ready when you need it. DNA is our DNA™
Role Overview:
Touchlight is currently seeking an experienced AP Admin to join our Finance team. This is an exciting, fast-paced environment suited to initiative-taking individuals who can contribute to and successfully work in a multidisciplinary team.
The AP Admin will handle both the purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. Responsibilities include handling multi-currency invoices and credit notes, reconciling supplier statements, and preparing payment runs via CHAPS and BACS. The role also involves resolving queries with internal stakeholders and suppliers, accounting for accruals and prepayments, and posting bank payments and receipts.
In addition to core ledger duties, the role requires reconciling credit card statements, processing and paying staff expense claims, and maintaining weekly accounts payable ledger reports. The position demands a proactive approach to managing the sales ledgers and collaborating across departments to ensure smooth financial operations. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with various financial systems and stakeholders are essential for success in this role.
Skills and Experience:
* Degree in Finance or equivalent
* Experience within Accounts Payable or similar role within Finance and/or at least 2 years of experience within Accounts Payable in a high volume setting
* At least 2 years of recent experience with SAP as ERP, within an Accounts Payable environment
* Ideally, experience with cloud-based SAP systems, such as SAP S/4Hana
* Advanced Excel skills, including the ability to create complex spreadsheets
* Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Touchlight Benefits
Touchlight is a successful scale-up business with a record of world-leading innovation and a welcoming, entrepreneurial culture. We make Touchlight an extraordinary place to work by providing our employees with incredible facilities, flexible working and a competitive benefits and remuneration package.
A Place for Everyone
We believe diversity drives innovation and for that reason we strongly encourage those from all backgrounds to apply for roles at Touchlight. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to build a workforce that is truly representative of the communities in which we operate and our customers.
If you need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please speak with the HR team who will be happy to support you.