I am delighted to be partnering with Astex Pharmaceuticals a world leader in innovative drug discovery and development as they look to recruit a qualified Senior Accountant to join the team in Cambridge. This is a diverse role within a very busy department, assisting the Head of Finance with the overseeing of all financial activities of the organisation, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the financial information. This is a hands-on role with potential for development and progression in time, it requires a dedicated, enthusiastic individual who understands the importance of deadlines and who will be able to engage with the team and all areas of the business in a professional manner. You will have direct report responsibility for Finance Assistant and Purchase Ledger Controller, performing appraisals, training and support.Key responsibilities Responsible for month end accounts up to TB level in GBP.Hands on journal prep/approval when required.Prepare/review general accruals and prepaymentsBalance sheet accounts reconciliations where required ensuring all control accounts reconcile with sub ledgers.Prepare monthly recharge invoice calculation for Japanese Parent Company including.Assist with Monthly/quarterly discussions with departmental managers in respect to costs.Prepare, post and reconcile all payroll journalsPrepare and calculate IFRS16 workings.Assist with multi-currency reporting, budgets and forecastsControl of detailed month-end process with all necessary reconci