This role of a Financial Accountant in the Life Science industry involves managing financial data to ensure the smooth running of the Accounting & Finance department. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, and auditing in the Ashford location.
Client Details
The company is an established entity in the Life Science industry, employing over 5000 individuals. Known for its innovative solutions, it has a vibrant and professional work environment.
Description
Maintains all associated general ledger accounts within the associated sets of books, including recording necessary journals and preparing account reconciliations.
Interfaces with other Finance and business functions, such as Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Tax, to ensure sets of books are complete and accurate.
Supports the company's outsourced partner in preparing statutory accounting reports for the associated countries, including support for any associated audits.
Completes monthly financial reporting routines as a part of the financial closing process, including review and communication of the associated financial statements, along with consolidating these statements the Group.
Ensures inter-company activity is timely and accurately accounted for, including preparing invoices as necessary, reconciling the associated accounts, confirming balances with other affiliates, and maintaining compliance.
Profile
A successful Financial Accountant should be:
- Immediately available
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables and look-ups)
- Ability to commit to a fixed term contract for 1 year.
- The ability to fulfil the duties above
Job Offer
- An estimated hourly wage of 13.50 to 16.50 GBP.
- Opportunity to work in a professional and innovative environment.
- Opportunity to contribute to a team focused on improving health and wellbeing.
- Training and development opportunities for career growth.
- Generous holiday leave.