UK Financial Controller/Head of Finance - Pharma

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and qualified finance professional to join a growing international organisation as a UK Financial Controller within this leading pharmaceutical business. This is a broad and hands-on role offering responsibility across financial accounting, taxation, treasury, reporting, audit management, budgeting, and business support activities.

Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial operations while supporting strategic decision-making and maintaining compliance with UK financial and tax regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with Local GAAP and IFRS.
• Manage corporate tax, VAT, withholding tax, and other statutory filings.
• Coordinate and manage external and internal audits.
• Oversee cash management, payment planning, and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities.
• Provide financial insights and forecasts to support business planning and commercial decision-making.
• Act as the primary point of contact for finance-related enquiries.
• Support payroll accounting processes and related reporting requirements.
• Help drive continuous improvement across finance processes and systems.

About You

You will be a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is comfortable taking ownership of a broad finance remit.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Accountant
• Post-qualification experience in the pharmaceutical sector is essential
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting principles, financial reporting, and taxation
• Experience preparing management accounts and statutory financial statements
• Experience of leading a small finance team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Exposure to ERP systems and international reporting environments.

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