Financial Consolidation Specialist

SPT Labtech; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SPT Labtech, a pioneering company in innovative lab solutions, is seeking a Temporary Financial Consolidation Specialist to enhance financial reporting. In this 9-month role, you will lead the implementation of a robust financial consolidation system crucial for driving the company's growth strategy while collaborating with key finance stakeholders.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Generous Pension Plan

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience working with ERP systems.
• 5+ years’ experience of group financial consolidations in multi-currency environments.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop an automated robust financial consolidation tool.
• Conduct system testing and user training.
• Review current consolidation methods for automation potential.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Tools

ERP Systems

Financial Reporting Tools

Excel

Job description

SPT Labtech, a cutting-edge, £90m turnover business backed by EQT private equity—we’re on a mission to transform the way scientists work. We're seeking a Temporary Financial Consolidation Specialist to play a critical role in shaping the future of our financial reporting capabilities on a 9 month fixed term contract. Working at the heart of our corporate finance team, you’ll lead the configuration and implementation of a robust consolidation system that underpins our ambitious growth strategy. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller and collaborating closely with FP&A and the Group Accountant, your expertise will ensure the delivery of accurate, timely, and insightful consolidated financial reporting. This is an exciting opportunity for a tech-savvy finance professional with hands-on ERP experience and a proven track record in multi-national, multi-currency environments.

About us:

Based in Melbourn, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom.SPT Labtechmakes products that transform the way scientists work. For decades, our expert scientists, engineers and business innovators have provided scientists with world-leading, innovative solutions for liquid handling, sample preparation, and sample management that help accelerate research and make a real difference to human health. We work collaboratively with our customers, building trusted relationships that enable us to deliver exceptional, personalised experiences designed for real-world challenges in the lab.

Want to be part of a team that’s truly making a difference?

Responsibilities will include:

• Partnering with key stakeholders to develop an automated robust financial consolidation tool, ensuring that risks are adequately mitigated with appropriate controls;
• Reviewing current consolidation methods for non-financial data and determine how/if this can be automated;
• Providing expertise in financial best practices and recommend financial consolidation process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy of data;
• Working alongside Group Accountant to run current Excel based system in parallel;
• Conducting system testing, user training, and support during the deployment phase;
• Troubleshooting and resolve issues related to the consolidation process;
• Supporting in the development of internal control documentation and process flows to support the consolidation project;
• Ensuring training is provided to employees on consolidation procedures; and
• Supporting on other, ad hoc projects as required.

About you and your skillset:

• 5+ years’ experience working with ERP systems.
• 5+ years’ experience of group financial consolidations, intercompany transactions and overseas trading entities reporting in foreign currency.
• Experience working within a manufacturing organisation would be desirable.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Self motivated with an ability to communicate clearly.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting and automation tools.

Our commitment to you:

We offer a competitive salary package and comprehensive, valued benefits, including private medical insurance, a generous pension plan, and an annual discretionary bonus.

We embrace diversity and inclusivity, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, or family status. We prioritise supporting our employees' diverse needs as we strive for excellence together.