We are seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to join a well established finance team in Abingdon. The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of accounting duties, managing financial activities and contributing to the financial success of this international organisation.

Client Details

This opportunity presents itself in a large organisation within the pharmaceutical sector, situated in Abingdon. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, the company is renowned for its positive and inclusive work culture.

Description

The Senior Financial Accountant will be responsible for financial accounting for the Group's UK operations. This includes a wide range of duties including:

Manage month end and year end closing
Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures
Responsible for managing the external audit process with the auditors with the aim of ensuring a clean audit report
Prepare corporation tax computations and tax credit claims and calculations
Ensure VAT compliance
Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls in compliance with SOX
Manage oversight of SOX controls compliance
Analyse and communicate the meaning of financial information and be prepared to challenge the status quo
Monthly/quarterly/annual balance sheet analysis, input into P&L reviews, cash projections and manage working capital requirements
Customer contract accounting to ensure that revenue recognition is performed appropriately and in line with reporting standards
Responsible for the UK financial statements for UK legal entities produced under IFRS
Mentor/develop junior team members and develop the abilities and inputs of the General Ledger team
Calculate, compare and review the more efficient finance options for the company
Provide support to the business to help assess the financial implications of initiatives or proposals
Provide ad-hoc reports as requested to Group accounting and Group controlling in Europe
Conform with and abide by all regulatory guidance and internal policies & procedures
Document policies, procedures and workflow for assigned areas of responsibility

Profile

A successful Senior Financial Accountant should have:

Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA)
Prior experience of SAP preferred
Proven experience as a leader of a small team in a busy environment
Thorough understanding and knowledge of accounting principles and practices (IFRS)
Excellent verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills to build relationship and trust with Senior Management
Knowledge of the UK tax system - understanding of related tax regulations would be beneficial
Independently minded and critical - capable of analysing numbers critically and drawing out relevant conclusions
Strong level of skills with MS PowerPoint, MS Excel and MS Outlook
Ability to work under pressure and to tight timelines and to act on own initiative
Ability to motivate, manage and develop a team
Ability to organise initiatives/projects and present actions and outcomes to staff at all levels of the organisation

Job Offer

An estimated salary range of £50,000 - £55,000.
Benefits of hybrid working, offering a balance between office and remote work.
A culture that promotes professional growth and learning.
Generous holiday leave.
Extensive benefits package.

This is an exceptional opportunity to grow your career as a Senior Financial Accountant in the pharmaceutical industry. If you're seeking a role in a company that values innovation and team spirit, we would love to hear from you.