Job Description

Summary of the Management Accountant (12-months) role

In the role of Management Accountant, you will take ownership of delivering timely and accurate management accounts, whilst overseeing key financial processes across the site. Working closely with teams throughout the business and reporting to the Site Financial Controller, you will be involved in all aspects of financial planning and analysis, including month-end and reporting, budgeting, revenue management, billing and audit support.

This is a fixed-term contract position for a period of 12-months, working 37 hours based at our site in Cramlington, Northumberland. The role offers a great opportunity to gain valuable experience within a structured setting.

Your responsibilities

Month end close process - support site financial controller in delivery of management accounts, including posting journals for accrual/prepayments, stock provisions & similar. Running capital settlements and depreciation journals. Balance sheet reconciliations and similar reports, including Fixed Asset Register and Capex in Progress schedules. Keep up to date with invoicing forecast throughout the month and raise invoices upon instruction from Partnership Managers. Support the annual external audit process, prepare analyses and liaise with external advisors in respect of Corporation tax compliance, R&D tax credits and capital allowances reviews). Partner with the business to lock in short term billing forecasts (1 month / 3 months) and support in execution, including preparation and issue of invoices to customers. Manage Order book and raise invoices - maintain log of orders won, phase billing milestones, work with project managers and operations to reforecast billing if production schedules change. Embodying our company values, which are: be reliable, be caring, be transparent and be willing.

Requirements for the role

Previous experience within an accounting role is essential. CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) or ACA / CA qualifications preferred. Knowledge of UK accounting standards, VAT and regulatory compliance. Practical understanding of management accounting principles and techniques Solid IT skills, including proficiency in Excel Skilled in the use of mainframe financial systems (preferably SAP) is essential

How you will be rewarded

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, pension scheme, private healthcare, Engagement Hub, cycle to work scheme, death in service coverage, on-site health and wellbeing support including medical consultations and physiotherapy, 24/7 employee assistance programme, employee referral scheme, sports and social club as well as opportunity for training and further career development.

Why consider Sterling?

Sterling Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) with more than 50 years' experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). This is complemented by Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) research, development and clinical manufacturing services.

We are a fast growing, dynamic business with facilities in the UK, US and Europe, where we employ talented and passionate people who support our customers in bringing new medicines to market, improving and saving the lives of patients.

Our culture and our way of working is what really sets us apart as a business; we aim to deliver an exceptional experience to our customers and our employees. You can expect to be part of a supportive team, all working towards a shared goal: to deliver first-class science and service to our customers every day.

How to apply

If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact us.

Sterling Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Benefits:

Additional leave Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Flexitime Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Private medical insurance Referral programme Store discount
Ability to commute/relocate:

Cramlington NE23 7QG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person