Senior Accountant

at  Astex Pharmaceuticals

Astex Pharmaceuticals is a world leader in innovative drug discovery and development. The company has successfully applied its proprietary fragment-based drug discovery (FBDD) platform to generate multiple new drug candidates that are progressing in clinical development. Successful collaborations have led to three launched oncology drugs (Kisqali® partnered with Novartis, Balversa® partnered with Janssen and Truqap™ partnered with AstraZeneca). Astex continues to grow and focuses on oncology and neurological disorders. Historically Astex’s fragment screening platform has relied upon X-ray crystallography to support structure-based drug discovery (SBDD), however the increased ability of cryo-EM to deliver atomic resolution structures has led to Astex establishing a state-of-the-art, in-house, cryo-EM facility.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Accountancy qualification (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience within a similar role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Organisation skills with ability to operate effectively within a team.
• Strong IT skills.
• Interest in personal growth and learning more about the business.
• Flexible approach, available to work at peak times particularly over month/year end.
• High level of integrity and dependability.
• Can do attitude.
• This is a hands-on role, and you will be expected to understand how all aspects of the financial system works including PL and SL.

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 great opportunity for development and progression in time and requires a dedicated, enthusiastic individual who will be able to engage with the team and all areas of the business.