Financial Controller

At STADA we pursue our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” worldwide. Originally founded by pharmacists, we are a leading manufacturer of high-quality pharmaceuticals. More than 12,300 employees around the globe live our values Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA to achieve ambitious goals and shape the successful future of STADA.

Britannia Pharmaceuticals, part of the STADA Arzneimittel AG group of companies, is a UK based pharmaceutical company specialising in the neurology market. Britannia focuses on innovative products for chronic and serious medical conditions, and in particular, the treatment of Parkinson’s disease. We are highly committed to improving the quality of life for People with Parkinson’s disease.

Reading, United Kingdom | Full-time | Permanent

• To lead and oversee the company's financial accounting, reporting and control activities to ensure they are carried out efficiently, effectively and in line with best practice.
• To lead and develop the finance team to ensure a strong, compliant and efficient working department.

• Responsible for the financial functional operation of the company including monthly / annual entity reporting (from a legal entity and group perspective), invoicing, treasury & cash management and accounts payable.
• Co‑ordinate the monthly / annual accounting close ensuring timeliness, accuracy, completeness and compliance with corporate policy.
• Technical accountant, current understanding of accounting standards and adherence to group accounting policies and UK laws.
• Implementation of new legislative or group disseminated policies and being the key point of contact for operational financial queries from STADA HQ.
• Lead tax compliance (including income tax, VAT, intrastat and corporation tax) in collaboration with the UK tax department to ensure accurate global submissions are made within the appropriate deadlines.
• Maintain and enforce the control framework of the business and partner with business leaders to ensure timely and accurate recording of potential risks, and compliance with relevant legislation and policies.
• Key point of contact for the financial audit and responsible for maintaining and ensuring a timely audit process.
• Produce statutory accounts for Britannia Pharmaceuticals and BRITUSWIP and manage the audit process.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of 5, as well as being an active part of the management team to deliver the highest level of service to the business.
• Identify areas for improvement, design, test and implement solutions.
• Coordinate appropriate insurance for the company (whether local or through group policies).
• Act as Company Secretary where required.
• Apply financial information into business context so that the implications to and from the business are understood and can be communicated appropriately.
• Responsible for monthly review of payroll and approval for sign‑off, working with Culture and People and external payroll provider to ensure colleagues are paid accurately and on time each month.
• Any other ad‑hoc requests.

• Fully qualified accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA).
• Previous FC experience: ready to manage daily financial operations and support the FD.
• Skilled in preparing monthly / annual reports and business performance analysis.
• Experienced in implementing and enforcing processes and control systems under pressure.
• Responsible for internal control procedures and smooth audit processes for group and local statutory requirements.
• Capable of working in an international multi-currency environment.
• Strong IT literacy, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent SAP (S / 4
  
  HANA) knowledge in supply chain / distribution; ERP implementation experience preferred.
• Essential UK operational experience.
• Critical thinker with strong analytical skills and an innovative mindset.
• Self‑motivated problem solver, driven by continuous improvement.
• Experienced hands‑on team leader; adept at running teams in dynamic environments.
• Proven team player with coaching and energising abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to support, advise and influence managers while ensuring financial control.
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