Accountant (fixed term contract) in Abingdon

By joining Bio-Techne, you'll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Pay Range: £28,400 - £46,700. Placement within the salary range will vary depending on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity considerations.

Contract type: 12 to 18 months fixed‑term contract depending on the start date.

The Accountant supports the finance team on day‑to‑day activities, requiring team collaboration on month end and year end processes, VAT reporting (locally and overseas), and balance sheet reconciliations. The role contributes to the timely delivery of accurate monthly management accounts and year end statutory financial statements, as well as ensuring full compliance on internal controls and external regulatory requirements.

• Quarterly intercompany reconciliations
• Monthly reviews of Inter‑Company balances and Goods Received not Invoiced (GRNI), working alongside the Accounts team, Inter‑Company team and our US intercompany suppliers to clear queries.
• Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations including payroll control accounts and deferred revenue
• Collate data and complete quarterly discount review – clear queries, ready for Financial Accounting Manager review.
• Preparation of support and underlying schedules for statutory financial statements
• Assist with banking administration
• Prepare data for foreign subsidiaries' routine VAT and Intrastat filings.
• Support role in year‑end and interim EMEA group audit in support of the US Group audit with external auditors, as well as individual EMEA entities' audits

• Strong accounting background and demonstrable experience of working in a similar role
• ACCA/CIMA part‑qualified (or equivalent by experience)
• Excellent IT skills, including experience with Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of Microsoft D365 would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and US GAAP is desirable but not essential.

• Attention to detail, time management, and organisational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks
• Enjoy working on own initiative and as part of a team to deliver results, learn and share knowledge
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Feel comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to build strong relationships cross‑functionally
• Flexible attitude to cover work as required

• Competitive wages along with extensive benefits for employees and their families.
• Investment in employees' financial futures through retirement programs and an employee stock purchase plan.
• Career development through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, internship programs, and more.
• International and diverse working environment, enriched by employee resource groups; volunteer and charity events; and employee events that build a culture of caring and belonging.
• Cultivate a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees are valued and encouraged to bring new ideas to the table.

Bio‑Techne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.