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We are one of the leading European contract manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotech and healthcare sectors, with some 2,300 employees in Germany, France, Finland, UK and Norway. For us, the next step is always the one that matters most. Our fast pace drives us forward, fills our working environment with life and spurs our growth. Our winning formula for shared success: room for passion. Because we know that passion is the best medicine when it comes to excellent service around the world. Welcome to NextPharma.
The role
This is an extremely varied and broad role, reporting to the financial controller. In addition to the month end and year end routines, you will be able to add value to the business by developing analysis of project margins and product profitability, whilst also being a key player in the development of our business system. You will get behind the numbers and support the teams to make decisions which improve financial outcomes for the business.
What do I need:
To be considered for this role you will need to:
1. have a good working knowledge of SAP
2. be composed; cool under pressure and energised by challenges
3. value integrity, trust and respect among colleagues
4. be capable of managing tasks and prioritising as appropriate
5. have a high attention to detail
6. be able to work independently and as part of a team
7. be adaptaple to change.
8. have a track record of working to tight deadlines
9. previous experience of working within a manufacturing company preferable (e.g. being familiar with BoM’s / costings / variances)
10. currently (desirable) or considering studying towards CA,CIMA, ACCA
11. have good communication skills
12. be competent in the use of MS Office
What you’ll do:
13. Prepare journals and reports for timely review of the P&L and BS
14. Ensure that the G/L is complete and accurate by reviewing TB and analysing financial postings
15. Reconciliation of key balance sheet accounts
16. Postings and reviews of ICO transactions
17. Close month end tasks to internal deadlines
18. Controlling fixed asset projects and reporting
19. Ensure compliance with Nextpharma’s accounting policies and procedures
20. Monitor and report on internal controls.
21. Cost centre management and provide insight analysis for month-end / forecasts / budgets
22. Prepare cashflow forecasts to ensure sufficient funds available to meet the company’s commitments.
23. Prepare of statutory accounts, liasing with external auditors
24. Work with production to review process order variances
25. Periodic adhoc analysis and covering of tasks within the team (e.g. posting invoices, payment runs, payroll)
Please note: Only candidates with continuing Right to Work in the UK will be considered.
NextPharma is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.