Senior Financial Accountant

Michael Page; Horley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant based in Horley to manage financial reporting and compliance, ensuring accurate and timely records. The role supports accounting operations across the organisation and collaborates with internal teams to deliver robust financial reporting.

The successful candidate will hold ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications with strong technical accounting skills and experience in life sciences or a similar sector, and will be able to manage multiple tasks and

Qualifications

• Recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Strong technical accounting and knowledge of financial reporting standards.
• Experience in the life sciences or similar sector.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Analyse financial data and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Maintain and improve financial controls and processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.

Skills

Technical accounting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Deadline management

Multi-tasking

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Job description

This Senior Financial Accountant role in the life science industry will see you managing financial reporting and compliance to ensure accurate and timely financial records. Based in Horley, you'll be a key player in supporting the accounting and finance operations of the organisation.

Client Details

This role is within the life science industry and is based in Horley.

Description

• Prepare and review financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Analyse financial data and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Maintain and improve financial controls and processes.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.

Profile

• A recognised accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Strong technical accounting skills, including knowledge of financial reporting standards.
• Experience in the life science industry or a similar sector.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £85,000 dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position within the life science industry.
• Based in Horley with opportunities to make a significant impact in the accounting and finance department.

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