Job Type: Permanent
Astex Pharmaceuticals is a world leader in innovative drug discovery and development. The company has successfully applied its proprietary fragment-based drug discovery (FBDD) platform to generate multiple new drug candidates that are progressing in clinical development. Successful collaborations have led to three launched oncology drugs (Kisqali partnered with Novartis, Balversa partnered with Janssen and Truqap partnered with AstraZeneca). Astex continues to grow and focuses on oncology and neurological disorders. Historically Astex’s fragment screening platform has relied upon X-ray crystallography to support structure-based drug discovery (SBDD), however the increased ability of cryo-EM to deliver atomic resolution structures has led to Astex establishing a state-of-the-art, in-house, cryo-EM facility.
The Role This is a diverse role within a very busy department, assisting the Head of Finance with the overseeing of all financial activities of the organisation, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial information. This is great opportunity for development and progression in time and requires a dedicated, enthusiastic individual who will be able to engage with the team and all areas of the business.
Management Direct report responsibility for Purchase Ledger Controller, performing appraisals, training, and support. Point of contact for Finance Assistant as required.
Accounts - Monthly Responsible for month end accounts up to TB level in GBP. Hands on journal prep/approval when required. Prepare/assist accruals and prepayments, gathering strong knowledge of the projects. Update outsourcing analysis liaising with scientific staff as required. Balance sheet accounts reconciliations where required ensuring all control accounts reconcile with sub ledgers. Prepare monthly recharge invoice calculation for Japanese Parent Company including Project Costing adjustments. Assist with Monthly/quarterly discussions with departmental managers in respect to costs. Prepare and calculate IFRS16 workings. Control of detailed month-end process with all necessary reconciliations and check lists Assist with year-end statutory reporting and liaise with Auditors as and when required. IT System Assist with the integrity and control of the Accounting IT system, Access, including: One of main contacts for technical issues with Access. First point of contact for staff members to report issues. Liaise with Purchasing to assist with understanding and issues. Approve new suppliers/GL codes on Access. Assist with constant development of functionality of system. Fixed Assets Responsibility for fixed asset ledger, including the following aspects: Additions/disposals of assets Monthly control of nominal ledger fixed asset accounts to fixed asset register. Running of monthly depreciation. Preparation of fixed asset requirements for US/Japanese reporting. Annual review of subset of fixed assets to ensure no redundancy. Banking/Treasury Process Manage the banking and payment process, including: Electronic bank reconciliations in all 3 main currencies. Review and control of company credit cards. Maintain cashflow forecasting model monthly. Purchase Ledger Oversee the PL process, ensuring all aspects are done, including hands-on where required: Understanding of three-way matching within ledgers and ability to deal with associated issues. Review authorisation of respective purchase invoices in line with Company policy Review coding of all respective invoices to purchase ledger. Posting purchase ledger invoices when required during staff absence. Sales Ledger Assist with the following: Raise sales invoices with calculation in sterling, euros and dollars on Access. Detailed understanding of key collaboration contracts and Royalty and Milestone implications. Liaise with customers and respective portals to send invoices as required. Additional Items Review/prepare monthly VAT reclaim returns preparation. Prepare PSA calculations. Liaise with HMRC as and when required. Assist Head of Finance with all headcount reports. Assist with Ex-pat tax and liaise with tax advisers. Ad hoc duties as and when required. Skills and Experience Accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Proven experience within a similar role. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Organisation skills with ability to operate effectively within a team. Interest in personal growth and learning more about the business. Flexible approach, available to work at peak times particularly over month/year end. High level of integrity and dependability. This is a hands-on role, and you will be expected to understand how all aspects of the financial system works including PL and SL. Why Astex We offer excellent training and career development opportunities as well as highly competitive salary and benefits package.
At Astex we embrace diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse Company representing all backgrounds, harnessing industry-leading scientific innovation, and behaviours.
Astex is situated 2.5 miles from Cambridge City centre on the Cambridge Science Park. The Park has onsite sports facilities and excellent transport links to London.
More Information For information on Astex Pharmaceuticals please visit: www.astx.com For information on Otsuka Pharmaceuticals please visit: www.otsuka.co.jp
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The Role This is a diverse role within a very busy department, assisting the Head of Finance with the overseeing of all financial activities of the organisation, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial information. This is great opportunity for development and progression in time and requires a dedicated, enthusiastic individual who will be able to engage with the team and all areas of the business.
Management Direct report responsibility for Purchase Ledger Controller, performing appraisals, training, and support. Point of contact for Finance Assistant as required.
Accounts - Monthly Responsible for month end accounts up to TB level in GBP. Hands on journal prep/approval when required. Prepare/assist accruals and prepayments, gathering strong knowledge of the projects. Update outsourcing analysis liaising with scientific staff as required. Balance sheet accounts reconciliations where required ensuring all control accounts reconcile with sub ledgers. Prepare monthly recharge invoice calculation for Japanese Parent Company including Project Costing adjustments. Assist with Monthly/quarterly discussions with departmental managers in respect to costs. Prepare and calculate IFRS16 workings. Control of detailed month-end process with all necessary reconciliations and check lists Assist with year-end statutory reporting and liaise with Auditors as and when required. IT System Assist with the integrity and control of the Accounting IT system, Access, including: One of main contacts for technical issues with Access. First point of contact for staff members to report issues. Liaise with Purchasing to assist with understanding and issues. Approve new suppliers/GL codes on Access. Assist with constant development of functionality of system. Fixed Assets Responsibility for fixed asset ledger, including the following aspects: Additions/disposals of assets Monthly control of nominal ledger fixed asset accounts to fixed asset register. Running of monthly depreciation. Preparation of fixed asset requirements for US/Japanese reporting. Annual review of subset of fixed assets to ensure no redundancy. Banking/Treasury Process Manage the banking and payment process, including: Electronic bank reconciliations in all 3 main currencies. Review and control of company credit cards. Maintain cashflow forecasting model monthly. Purchase Ledger Oversee the PL process, ensuring all aspects are done, including hands-on where required: Understanding of three-way matching within ledgers and ability to deal with associated issues. Review authorisation of respective purchase invoices in line with Company policy Review coding of all respective invoices to purchase ledger. Posting purchase ledger invoices when required during staff absence. Sales Ledger Assist with the following: Raise sales invoices with calculation in sterling, euros and dollars on Access. Detailed understanding of key collaboration contracts and Royalty and Milestone implications. Liaise with customers and respective portals to send invoices as required. Additional Items Review/prepare monthly VAT reclaim returns preparation. Prepare PSA calculations. Liaise with HMRC as and when required. Assist Head of Finance with all headcount reports. Assist with Ex-pat tax and liaise with tax advisers. Ad hoc duties as and when required. Skills and Experience Accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Proven experience within a similar role. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Organisation skills with ability to operate effectively within a team. Interest in personal growth and learning more about the business. Flexible approach, available to work at peak times particularly over month/year end. High level of integrity and dependability. This is a hands-on role, and you will be expected to understand how all aspects of the financial system works including PL and SL. Why Astex We offer excellent training and career development opportunities as well as highly competitive salary and benefits package.
At Astex we embrace diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse Company representing all backgrounds, harnessing industry-leading scientific innovation, and behaviours.
Astex is situated 2.5 miles from Cambridge City centre on the Cambridge Science Park. The Park has onsite sports facilities and excellent transport links to London.
More Information For information on Astex Pharmaceuticals please visit: www.astx.com For information on Otsuka Pharmaceuticals please visit: www.otsuka.co.jp
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