Financial Accountant

bit.bio is an award-winning spinout from the University of Cambridge. Our breakthrough technology combines synthetic and stem cell biology for the precise, efficient and consistent reprogramming of human cells used in research, drug discovery, and cell therapy. At bit.bio, we are passionate about engineering human cells that will enable the medicine of the future. To do this we need talented and curious people who want to make an impact on the future of science and therapeutics.

As a team of individuals, we value science, collaboration, openness, curiosity and creativity. We are united by trust and respect for each other.

Location: Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge

Type: Full time, permanent

Start: Immediate

Salary: Competitive / Hours: 40 p/w

Office based position (Cambridge)

Your role in our team:

We are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to manage all aspects of financial management. This role includes corporate accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecasts preparation, and the development of internal control policies and procedures.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Manage all accounting operations including Employment Cost Accounting, Inventory Cost accounting, Revenue recognition, and Consolidation.
• Coordinate and direct the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variances.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly management accounts.
• Assisting in the preparation of annual statutory accounts.
• Research technical accounting issues for compliance with international accounting standards (IFRS).
• Preparing and reviewing monthly balance sheet reconciliations for complex balances such as share based payment reserve.
• Prepare for, manage, and oversee annual audits.
• Manage and comply with Company tax filings including the preparation of the R&D tax credit computation.
• Liaising with the People & Culture team (& third-party providers where necessary) to ensure that all relevant payroll taxes are paid on time, the payroll posting and associated monthly reports are accurate.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• On a regular basis, review and manage the performance of the company’s accounting services providers.
• Provide cover and assistance to the wider finance team and assist in any other ad hoc projects as required, including exploring better ways of working with departments across the company.

You…

• Are ACCA/ACA qualified with demonstrable experience in a Financial Accountant role.
• Must demonstrate exceptional attention to detail.
• Have excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Have effective time management and prioritisation skills to manage conflicting priorities in order to manage workflow, to ensure the completion of essential projects, and meet critical deadlines.

With essential experience in…

• Thorough knowledge of IFRS accounting principles and procedures.
• Experience with creating financial statements.
• Experience with general ledger functions and the month-end/year end close process.
• Advanced accounting software user and administration skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

…and possibly…

• Experience in Life Science, Biotech or related industry.

More reasons to join us:

bit.bio provides a vibrant and dynamic work environment in an exciting, fast-moving time for biology. We work with cutting edge technologies and with our world-leading scientific advisory board. We conduct pioneering work with real-world impact.

We trust our people to make significant contributions early on with opportunities to be involved in projects that are key to the success and growth of our young company. We invest in people, creating opportunities for personal development in an inclusive multi-skilled team with ambitious goals that provide opportunities to learn on the job from each other.

Creativity and open minds are encouraged for everyone to contribute to the success of the company.

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