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Financial Reporting Accountant – £45,000 + Bonus
Location: Andover
Hybrid: 2 days in the office
Contract: Permanent

Are you ready to make a real impact in finance?
We’re partnering with a highly successful, well-established business in the Andover area to recruit a talented Financial Reporting Accountant . This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth.

What you’ll be doing:

• Managing and maintaining the fixed asset register, including accurate capitalisation, depreciation, and reconciliations.
• Preparing monthly accruals and cost centre postings, working closely with managers to ensure precision in reporting.
• Leading key month-end reporting tasks, supporting intercompany reconciliations, and contributing to group management accounts.
• Assisting in forecasts, budgets, statutory accounts, and year-end audits.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to boost efficiency.
• Presenting financial data in a clear, actionable way for non-finance stakeholders.

What we’re looking for:

• Part-qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (or equivalent experience).
• Strong numeracy skills with advanced Excel capabilities.
• Experience using ERP systems (IFS is a bonus).
• A proactive mindset with the ability to challenge and improve existing processes.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage across the business.

Why you’ll want to apply:

• Competitive salary of £45,000 plus bonus .
• Supportive team environment where your ideas are valued.
• A business with strong growth plans and genuine opportunities to progress.
• A culture that combines professionalism with authenticity – you’ll feel trusted, respected, and part of something meaningful.

If you’re a finance professional who’s ready to grow your career and contribute to a thriving business, we’d love to hear from you.

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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Senior Financial Reporting Manager to join a fast growing, multinational business based in Maidenhead. This FTSE listed business is enjoying soaring profits and is looking to attract dynamic, driven candidates who can experience outstanding trajectory in their careers across the business.

Responsibilities:

• Provide timely and accurate management accounts, financial statements and variance analysis.
• Ensure readiness and assist in delivering successful half year and year end audits, being a key contact for the auditors.
• Lead and deliver ad hoc & project-based work.
• Manage and develop your direct team and assist Group Finance Manager and Head of Group Finance in the overall leadership of Financial Reporting.
• Own and evolve technical accounting and reporting for areas such as revenue recognition, IFRS 15, Consolidation, intercompany.
• Ownership of assurance and reporting of complex balance sheet reconciliations and key controls for several areas.
• Identify & deliver continuous improvement in finance processes and reporting.
• Assist in producing technical papers and reports for Senior Management, including analysis and commentary.
• Keeping up to date with audit, regulation, and industry developments.
• Working with key stakeholders to ensure processes and controls are correct and being applied appropriately.

Requirements:

• Previous management experience.
• Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA
• Confident and proactive, professional, approach.
• Strong technical accounting & analytical skills

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About Us

Exscientia is an AI-driven precision medicine company committed to discovering, designing and developing the best possible drugs in the fastest and most effective manner. Exscientia developed the first-ever functional precision oncology platform to successfully guide treatment selection and improve patient outcomes in a prospective interventional clinical study, as well as to progress AI-designed small molecules into the clinical setting. Our internal pipeline is focused on leveraging our precision medicine platform in oncology, while our partnered pipeline broadens our approach to other therapeutic areas. By pioneering a new approach to medicine creation, we believe the best ideas of science can rapidly become the best medicines for patients.

Exscientia has a growing portfolio of projects and assets in immunological disease particularly in our collaborations with pharmaceutical company partners. We are looking for an exceptional scientist to lead and develop this therapeutic area with a focus on the identification and validation of new therapeutic targets and the conception and implementation of disease-relevant assays to the discovery of drugs for autoimmune and inflammatory disease. The successful candidate will work at the interface of Exscientia and its external partners and be expected to make a significant scientific and strategic contribution to future developments at Exscientia.

The Role:

We are looking for a Senior Manager, Financial Reporting & Operations to join our finance team, supporting the operations of the finance department through the delivery of key aspects of the month-end close process, the implementation of the Company’s Sarbanes Oxley 404 framework and wider financial reporting activities as well as driving process efficiency and continuous improvement across the finance function. The individual will also take responsibility for supporting the group’s consolidation process and external reporting requirements.

Please note this is a hybrid role and regular travel is required to our offices in Oxford, UK (approximately 2 times per week, with flexibility to work from home the remaining time). We are a flexible working organisation and we’re willing to consider other options which would provide similar contact time with the team.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Play a critical role in development and implementation of our internal controls and compliance programs.
• Support in regular control performance assessment ensuring control objectives are met and evidenced appropriately.
• Support in the design of remediation plans where controls are not operating as designed working with process owners to facilitate improvements on a continual basis.
• Assist in the preparation of consolidated external reporting requirements and individual subsidiary statutory accounts.
• Act as a key contact for our external auditors to facilitate audit activities.

Requirements

Essential competencies & requirements:

• ACA/ACCA Qualified or equivalent
• Strong accounting systems knowledge & experience of system implementations, process improvement and control implementation and optimisation
• External/Internal Audit experience
• Knowledge of SOx requirements
• Knowledge of IFRS accounting principals
• Organised individual with attention to detail and ability to prioritise and manage time effectively.

Desirable skills:

• Previous experience with Netsuite.

Benefits

• Join our inclusive, collaborative and intellectually stimulating organisation with strong company values.
• As a learning organisation, we provide access to learning and development opportunities and will place you at the forefront of your career growth at Exscientia.
• We employ brilliant people so we pay highly competitive salaries. Additionally, all our employees are eligible for a company-wide annual bonus and receive both a new joiner and annual share award.
• Enjoy our generous holiday allowance and flexible working approach to find a healthy work-life balance that works for you.
• Create amazing memories or progress your personal and professional development with our four-week paid sabbatical after four years of service.
• We’re leading the way in progressive leave, offering enhanced policies such as generous parental leave, surrogacy, menopause, and family emergency leave so you feel supported no matter the life event.
• Additionally, we support childcare costs for children aged 0-5 through our affordable childcare scheme.
• Take advantage of two generous salary exchange schemes to claim discounts on a brand new electric vehicle and cycling equipment worth up to £3,500.
• As a healthcare company, we understand the importance of health and wellbeing so we provide comprehensive private health insurance, dental and vision benefits for you and your family.
• We also provide plenty of access to mental health support including therapy and counselling sessions plus an employee assistance program for help with lifestyle issues such as bereavement, family problems or money management.
• To help safeguard the future for you and your loved ones, we also offer pension and life cover.
• Help yourself to free drinks and snacks in our fully stocked kitchens. Join your colleagues in one of our many breakout areas and get to know the people you are working with. Some of the best ideas start with a coffee break!
• Feel inspired in our high spec labs where you will use state-of-the-art equipment and instrumentation that enable you to do your best work.
• We’ll even support your home office environment with an allowance for furniture and equipment to make your space as comfortable and productive as possible.
• Learn more about why our team enjoy working at Exscientia here

• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/UK GAAP.
• Manage and oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Maintain and reconcile the general ledger, ensuring accuracy and completeness of financial data.
• Prepare journal entries, accruals, and prepayments.
• Assist in the preparation of tax computations and filings.
• Support the annual external audit process by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Analyze financial variances and provide explanations to management.
• Manage fixed asset accounting and related reconciliations.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate financial reporting of operational activities.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in financial reporting.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and/or UK GAAP.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools is highly desirable.

• Preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS/UK GAAP.
• Managing the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Performing detailed account reconciliations and investigating variances.
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations and statutory requirements.
• Developing and implementing improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.
• Supporting external audits by preparing schedules and providing necessary documentation.
• Advising on the accounting implications of new business initiatives and transactions.
• Utilizing accounting software and ERP systems to maintain accurate financial records.
• Mentoring and providing guidance to junior members of the accounting team.

Are you a proactive and enthusiastic Finance Assistant looking to take the next step in your career?

Our client, a well-established manufacturer based in Hook, is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to join their friendly, dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure across a variety of finance tasks while receiving ongoing training and study support.

Job Title:        Finance Assistant    

Job Type:      Permanent    

Location:        Hook

Salary:       £30,000

Ref:      15871

Finance Assistant – Benefits

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
li>Discretionary annual bonus
• Hybrid working and early finish on a Friday
• Training opportunities and study support for career development
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• On-site parking

Finance Assistant – About The Role

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you’ll be involved in a wide range of finance activities, from transaction processing to supporting reporting and general finance administration.

Main responsibilities:   

• P ocessing purchase invoices into the ERP system
• Posting bank transactions
• Credit control and debtor management
• Generating customer and supplier statements
• Managing supplier payment processes

The successful Finance Assistant will have:

• Previous experience in finance role
• Good understanding of finance processes and systems  
li>Ideally studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT or CIMA)
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skills with a keen attention to detail
• Proactive, enthusiastic approach
• Intermediate Excel skills

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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Role Overview

Our client is an ambitious and forward-thinking science and technology organisation, developing a world-class campus in Oxford to support breakthrough research and innovation. With a mission to address some of humanity’s most complex challenges, the organisation is investing heavily in a state-of-the-art facility that will enable transformative impact at a global scale.

As Finance Business Partner, you act as the finance lead for a portfolio of major capital projects and will play a central role in ensuring the financial strength, control, and success of this major construction programme. This is a rare opportunity to shape a high-profile infrastructure project from within a purpose-driven and well-funded organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of financial reporting, management accounts, and project forecasts for capital works.

• Monitor and control construction costs, tracking variances and managing cash flow.

• Develop robust financial models to inform decision-making and strategic planning.

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and support audit readiness.

• Act as a key point of contact for internal project teams and external delivery partners.

• Champion improvements to systems and processes, particularly in ERP environments.

• Provide clear, actionable insights to senior stakeholders, including non-finance colleagues.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with 5+ years in a senior finance role.

• Proven experience within the construction or real estate sector.

• Strong commercial acumen and a track record of supporting large-scale infrastructure or property programmes.

• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and confidence working across disciplines.

• Strong communicator with the ability to influence at all levels.

• ERP experience and advanced Excel skills.

Dersirable

• Background in life sciences, healthcare, or R&D property development.

• Familiarity with capital project accounting in high-growth environments.

Why Join This Team?

• Contribute to a bold initiative tackling global issues across health, sustainability, and technology—where science meets real-world impact.
• Backed by substantial investment, this organisation is well-positioned to deliver high-value infrastructure at scale.
• Be part of Oxford’s thriving property and science sector, delivering landmark projects with long-term value.
• Join a collaborative team that values expertise, fosters innovation, and offers a clear path for progression.

Apply Now

This is a fantastic opportunity to take your career to the next level with an ambitious and well-funded firm. If you are looking for an exciting challenge in a fast-growing real estate business, we want to hear from you.
For more information please contact Hugo Oliver (phone number removed)/ (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

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