PERMANENT, PART-TIME Hinxton, UK (HUB-BASED, HYBRID)
Financial Accountant
About Congenica
Congenica is a digital health company providing software and solutions for the analysis and interpretation of genomic data at scale. As of September 2025, Congenica is part of the Seqone family: www.seqone.com. We drive Precision Medicine and help reduce the burden on healthcare systems by delivering automated analysis, diagnosis and treatment solutions to healthcare providers and patients worldwide.
Congenica was founded based on pioneering work at the Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute and the UK NHS. We have a global footprint supporting leading international laboratories, academic medical centres, hospitals and biopharmaceutical companies.
What You'll Do
We are looking for a hands‑on Accountant with 3-4 years of experience in an accounting firm (practice) to join our Hinxton office. This is a highly operational role, suited to someone who enjoys being close to the numbers and involved in the day‑to‑day financial processes, while also contributing to monthly reporting and group requirements.
Location
Hinxton, Cambridge, United Kingdom (hybrid working available)
Part Time
Key responsibilities
Day-to-Day Accounting Operations
* Post and review journal entries (accruals, prepayments, payroll, intercompany)
* Maintain the general ledger and ensure accuracy of financial data
* Perform bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Accounts Payable (Suppliers)
* Manage supplier invoices: review, coding, and posting
* Prepare and execute payment runs
* Monitor supplier balances and collaborate with budget owners to resolve discrepancies
* Ensure proper approval workflows are followed
Accounts Receivable (Customers)
* Issue and track customer invoices
* Monitor accounts receivable ageing
* Lead collections and collaborate with sales team to follow up with clients to ensure timely payments
* Reconcile incoming payments and investigate variances
Month-End Close
* Support monthly closing process (cut‑off, accruals, reconciliations)
* Prepare supporting schedules and analysis
* Ensure completeness and accuracy of financial data
Compliance & Reporting
* Assist with VAT returns and statutory filings
* Support year‑end accounts and external audits
* Ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS where relevant
Process Improvement
* Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and controls
* Contribute to the implementation or optimisation of finance systems
What We’re Looking For
Experience:
* 3-4 years of experience in an accounting firm (practice) in the UK, strong exposure to bookkeeping and financial reporting.
* Experience with multi‑entity environments, ideally exposure to intercompany accounting & experience with ERP systems (e.g. Xero, HubSpot).
Hard Skills:
* Part‑qualified or newly qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
* Good understanding of end‑to‑end accounting processes (AP/AR/GL)
* Strong Excel skills: experience with accounting tools is a plus
Soft Skills:
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
* Comfortable working in a hands‑on, operational role
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
* Proactive and solution‑oriented mindset
* Good communication skills, especially for supplier/customer interactions
Why Join Congenica/SeqOne?
* A hands‑on role with real ownership over accounting operations
* Exposure to an international group environment (UK / France / US)
* Opportunity to grow into a broader accounting/finance role over time
* Dynamic, fast‑growing and collaborative environment
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week
Benefits:
* Canteen
* Company events
* Company pension
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Free parking
* Life insurance
* On‑site parking
* Private medical insurance
* Sick pay
* Work from home
Experience:
* Accounting: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Saffron Walden CB10 1DR
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