Management Accountant

About the Position

CPL is delighted to be exclusively partnering with an innovative and rapidly growing Life Sciences organisation as they seek to appoint a talented Management Accountant to join their high-performing finance team. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a business that is making a genuine impact within the Life Sciences sector, combining scientific innovation with commercial growth. You'll play a key role in supporting financial decision-making across the organisation, providing valuable insight and driving performance in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Salary: £55,000 - £60,000

Location: Berkshire, United Kingdom

Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and associated reporting packs
• Variance analysis, budgeting, and forecasting
• Supporting business partnering activities across operational and commercial teams
• Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations
• Month-end and year-end accounting activities
• Monitoring and analysing key financial performance indicators
• Assisting with continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes
• Supporting audit requirements and regulatory reporting where required
• Providing financial insight to support strategic business decisions

Requirements

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification
• Previous experience in a Management Accountant or similar role
• Strong management accounting, budgeting, and forecasting experience
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders across the business
• A continuous improvement mindset and desire to add commercial value

We Offer

• Salary of £55,000 - £60,000
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to join a growing and innovative Life Sciences organisation
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities

About the Company

CPL is a leading recruitment and managed services company, dedicated to connecting talented professionals with exciting career opportunities. We pride ourselves on our innovative approach and commitment to excellence in the Life Sciences sector.