Harper May is partnering with a dynamic and fast-growing pharmaceutical company at the forefront of healthcare innovation. With a strong focus on research, product development, and international expansion, the business is now seeking an experienced Finance Manager to help shape its financial operations during a period of sustained growth. Role Overview: As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting and supporting the company’s strategic decision-making. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will be responsible for managing the consolidation process, enhancing financial controls, and supporting audit and compliance activities across the group. Key Responsibilities: Prepare consolidated monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and performance metrics Deliver timely and accurate reporting packs for review by senior leadership Drive improvements in group reporting processes and enhance internal controls, including intercompany reconciliations Support the preparation of annual statutory accounts and manage coordination of the year-end audit Maintain and enforce the company’s accounting policies and ensure technical compliance with reporting standards Perform balance sheet reviews and maintain oversight of key financial controls Identify opportunities to strengthen the financial control environment and lead improvement initiatives Support ad-hoc financial analysis, reporting, and project-based work to assist the wider finance team Key Requirements: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent Previous experience in financial or management reporting, ideally within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences sector Strong technical accounting knowledge with attention to detail and a focus on accuracy Proven ability to improve processes and controls within a fast-paced finance function Collaborative and proactive mindset, with strong interpersonal and communication skills Proficient in financial systems and Excel, with the ability to work across complex data sets