Finance Manager - Pharmaceutical

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a growing international pharmaceutical business. This is a broad and hands-on role that will take ownership of financial reporting, tax compliance, treasury, audit management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls within the UK operation. Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will play a key role in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of high-quality financial insight to support business growth. Key Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare statutory and management accounts in accordance with local GAAP and IFRS requirements.
• Manage corporate tax, VAT, withholding tax, and other regulatory filings.
• Coordinate and manage external and internal audits.
• Oversee cash flow management, banking activities, and treasury reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning processes.
• Maintain robust financial controls and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Review contracts, financial documentation, and commercial agreements from a finance perspective.
• Manage inventory accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Provide financial analysis and insight to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Act as a key finance contact for stakeholders across the business. About You To be successful in this role, you will have:
• Qualified Accountant (essential).
• Essential experience working within the pharmaceutical sector.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, accounting standards, taxation, and financial controls.
• Experience managing audits and statutory compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple stakeholders. What's on Offer?
• Opportunity to join a dynamic and expanding pharmaceutical organisation.
• Broad and varied finance leadership role with significant responsibility.
• Exposure to international reporting and stakeholder management.
• Collaborative and professional working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

Desired Skills and Experience Qualified Accountant, Pharmaceutical experience essential By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.