Trainee Financial Accountant

Job description
A Biotechnology company, based just outside of Cottenham, Cambridgeshire are on the lookout for a trainee Group Accountant to join a rapidly growing business on a full-time, permanent basis! A huge opportunity to join a growing business looking to recruit due to business growth!

In this role, you'll play a key part in ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, management information, and budgeting. You'll work cross-functionally, gaining a deep understanding of the business while collaborating with senior management to prepare insightful reports.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid understanding of accounting standards, strong data analysis skills, and a passion for financial reporting.

Full training will be provided, making this role ideal for someone who is eager to grow in a Group Accounting role.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage year-end and month-end group accounting and reporting
• Handle group statutory reporting
• Ensure compliance with IFRS accounting standards
• Drive the annual budgeting and reforecasting process
• Develop and report on key business performance indicators (KPIs)
• Use reporting tools to provide valuable business insights
• Take on any other tasks that align with your skills and role

What We're Looking For
• UK Financial Accounting Qualification - part or newly qualified (ACA/ACCA)
• Comfortable working within an AIM-listed business
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, particularly in accounting
• Ability to thrive in a fast-growing environment
• Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Able to work independently or as part of a team
• Great communication skills
• Must have the right to work in the UK

A hybrid role, offering a solid career path, flexible working hours and a competitive salary!

If you're interested in finding out more, please send an updated copy of your CV to thomas@compasspoint.co.uk