Part Time Management Accountant - 20 hours per week

Our client is passionate about transforming drug discovery through cutting-edge software and AI. Since 2009, their intuitive, scientifically rigorous platforms have helped scientists around the world make better decisions, faster—from early compound design to candidate selection. With headquarters in Cambridge, UK, and offices in Boston and San Francisco, they support a global network of top pharmaceutical companies and pioneering biotech innovators.

Salary: £50,000 FTE  (£26,700 for 20 hours)

Hours: 20 hours (ideally split across 4 days but open to discussion)

Company Benefits:  25 days annual leave + bank holidays, pension, private health and dental care

Location - Fully remote role with UK office in Cambridge

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, flexible, supportive and driven finance team.  You will work closely with the Financial Controller and Finance Assistant with your primary focus being to ensure accurate bookkeeping, maintain robust financial records and support the delivery of a swift and accurate month end close.  This is a hands-on role centred on maintaining high quality financial data and ensuring finance processes run smoothly and professionally.  (this role does not include responsibility for management reporting, statutory reporting or regulatory compliance)

Areas of responsibility but not limited to:

Maintain accurate and well organised financial records across Xero and SharePoint Ensure bookkeeping entries are complete, accurate and recorded in a timely manner Support the FC in delivering an efficient and accurate month-end close Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies Review transactional data to ensure completeness and accuracy of financial records Assist with the smooth running of all day to day finance operations and processes Work collaboratively with the FC and assistant to maintain strong financial controls and processes Ensure supporting documentation and audit trails are complete and well maintained Assist with gathering and providing information required during the annual audit process

Our ideal applicant will have/be;

AAT qualified (or equivalent) or QBE with proven experience in bookkeeping or management accounting roles Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and financial record keeping Experience supporting month-end close processes High attention to detail and strong organisational skills Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently within a small finance team Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style Comfortable working with Xero and Excel

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