Finance Administrator

Microbial Solutions | Charles River; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early-stage CRO is recruiting a Finance Administrator for its Finance Centre in Edinburgh. The role involves bank reconciliations, cash flow forecasts, and collaboration with the US Treasury team. Ideal for those seeking a career in finance, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role preferred but not essential.
• Language skills are beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform bank reconciliations for sterling and foreign currency accounts.
• Review daily bank balances and prepare weekly cash flow forecasts.
• Facilitate multi-currency payments, including transfers between entities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement mindset

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

For 70 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales, or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

IMPORTANT: To be considered for this position, a resume/CV must be uploaded and submitted during the application process. Please ensure your work history and education are correctly added.

Job Summary

We are currently recruiting for a Finance Administrator based at our Finance Centre in Riccarton, Edinburgh. This role is suitable for someone with experience in a similar role or someone seeking to develop a long-term career in finance. As a highly acquisitive business, this is an exciting time to join us.

Known internally as EASST (European Accounting & Shared Services Team), EASST supports key regions across Europe including the UK, Ireland, Germany, Netherlands, and France. It offers a platform for professional growth within a dynamic and fast-paced organization. Treasury Operations, a key component of our model, manages CRL cash for all European Charles River companies and works alongside specialists in Accounting, VAT, Corporation Tax, Controls, Treasury, and Projects. EASST continues to grow as a valued business partner.

Responsibilities

1. Perform bank reconciliations for sterling and foreign currency accounts.
2. Review daily bank balances and prepare weekly cash flow forecasts.
3. Ensure all entities have the required funding.
4. Facilitate multi-currency payments, including transfers between entities.
5. Collaborate with the US Treasury team on cash repatriations.
6. Manage the Bank Tracker system.
7. Process bank transactions to meet month-end deadlines.
8. Support European Banking Reporting and Treasury projects.
9. Interact with bank and business stakeholders on banking queries.
10. Maintain the CRL travel and expenditure system, including reconciliations and audits.
11. Manage credit card administration and support cardholders.
12. Ensure all tasks comply with company procedures and Sox controls through ongoing audits.

Minimum Requirements

1. Previous experience in a similar role is preferred but not essential.
2. Attention to detail and accuracy.
3. Continuous improvement mindset.
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
5. Language skills are beneficial but not essential.

The salary depends on skills and experience. The closing date is 03 June 2025.

IMPORTANT: A resume is required to be considered. Please upload your resume/CV in your candidate profile if not already done.

About Corporate Functions

Corporate Functions support operations across Charles River in areas including HR, Finance, IT, Legal, Sales, Quality Assurance, Marketing, and Corporate Development. They help develop strategies and set global standards, bridging strategic vision and operational readiness.

About Charles River

Charles River is a leading early-stage CRO supporting drug discovery and safety assessment services. With over 17,000 employees in 90 facilities across 20 countries, we serve a diverse client base including pharmaceutical, biotech, government, and academic institutions. Our work has contributed to the approval of approximately 85% of FDA-approved drugs in 2019. Our mission is to improve lives through science and innovation.