Finance Manager
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About the Role
Harper May is partnering with a dynamic and fast-growing pharmaceutical company at the forefront of healthcare innovation. With a strong focus on research, product development, and international expansion, the business is now seeking an experienced Finance Manager to help shape its financial operations during a period of sustained growth.
Role Overview:
As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting and supporting the company’s strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will be responsible for managing the consolidation process, enhancing financial controls, and supporting audit and compliance activities across the group.
Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare consolidated monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and performance metrics
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Deliver timely and accurate reporting packs for review by senior leadership
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Drive improvements in group reporting processes and enhance internal controls, including intercompany reconciliations
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Support the preparation of annual statutory accounts and manage coordination of the year-end audit
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Maintain and enforce the company’s accounting policies and ensure technical compliance with reporting standards
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Perform balance sheet reviews and maintain oversight of key financial controls
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Identify opportunities to strengthen the financial control environment and lead improvement initiatives
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Support ad-hoc financial analysis, reporting, and project-based work to assist the wider finance team
Key Requirements:
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ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent
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Previous experience in financial or management reporting, ideally within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences sector
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Strong technical accounting knowledge with attention to detail and a focus on accuracy
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Proven ability to improve processes and controls within a fast-paced finance function
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Collaborative and proactive mindset, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
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Proficient in financial systems and Excel, with the ability to work across complex data sets