Accounts Assistant

Job Purpose

You will be joining a high growth and leading business based in their Norwich office. This is a great opportunity to join a high growth and fast‑paced business with excellent facilities, a strong culture and great potential. Due to recent expansion, we are creating a brand‑new Accounts Assistant role who will support the finance function of the company by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with day-to‑day accounting operations, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements.

The role requires strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work in a fast‑paced, regulated environment.

• Process purchase invoices, expense claims, and supplier payments (bi‑weekly) accurately and on time
• Process and reconcile the company credit cards
• Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers
• Raise and issue sales invoices in line with contractual and project milestones
• Monitor customer accounts, track outstanding balances, and follow up on overdue payments
• Allocate customer receipts and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies
• Assist with bank reconciliations and monthly financial reconciliations
• Prepare and post journal entries under supervision
• Assist in month‑end and year‑end close processes
• Maintain accurate financial records in line with accounting standards and company policies
• Support audit processes by preparing documentation and responding to queries
• Assist with budgeting and cost tracking for research, laboratory, and operational expenses
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls relevant to the company and industry
• Undertake ad hoc projects and analysis aligned with the role’s level and scope

Required Skills, Personal qualities and

Qualifications:

• AAT qualification or part‑qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) preferred
• Previous experience in an accounts or finance assistant role
• Experience in a biotech, pharmaceutical, research, or regulated industry is an advantage
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Xero, Sage, or similar)
• Strong Excel skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills, with proactive approach to problem‑solving
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally
• Good communication and interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Understanding of R&D cost tracking and grant funding
• Use of Oracle Net Suite and Kanbina is an advantage but not essential
• Familiarity with regulatory or compliance‑driven environments
• An international mindset – Tropic employs over 20 different nationalities and has an entity in Singapore and Netherlands and a branch in Philippines, with future business growth likely to be international
• Flexible, energetic with a positive mindset whilst working in a fast‑paced environment

Tropic is one of the world’s leading agricultural gene‑editing companies. Our team is dedicated to the development and commercialization of high‑performing varieties of tropical crops to provide significant benefits to growers, processors and consumers globally, tackling real‑world problems around food security and sustainability. Our vision is to become a leading seed business with significant ownership of its products from the laboratory to the field, while maintaining constructive relationships with growers and consumers based on transparency and trust.

• Diverse workforce operating in a dynamic working environment
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• Social events throughout the year
• Competitive compensation and benefits including Private Medical Care, Medical Cash Plan, 25 days annual leave and Life Assurance

• Job Location:
  
  Norwich UK
• Time Requirement:
  Full Time
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Closing date: 01/03/2026