Senior Financial Accountant (Contract) in London

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Company Introduction

Compass Pathways plc (Nasdaq: CMPS) is a biotechnology company dedicated to accelerating patient access to evidence-based innovation in mental health. The Company is headquartered in London, UK, with offices in New York City in the US. We focus on developing novel treatments that have the potential to improve the lives of those who are suffering with mental health conditions and who are not helped by current treatments.

Job Overview

The Financial Accountant supports day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reporting. This hands-on, technically focused role maintains balance sheet accounts and supports the Director, External Reporting and Senior Director, Controller with consolidated financial reporting and disclosure requirements across UK and US operations.

Location

Hybrid with Tuesday and Thursday in our Soho, London office.

Reports to

Director, Financial Controller.

Duration

6-month contract.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Responsible for month-end close activities, including balance sheet reconciliations, journal postings (accruals, intercompany transactions, prepayments), and analytical reviews.
• Support the preparation of quarterly (10-Q) and annual (10-K) reporting under US GAAP, including audit schedules and documentation.
• Assist with accounting and reporting for share-based payments, lease obligations, and deferred tax calculations.
• Prepare monthly US GAAP management reporting and annual IFRS statutory financial statements.
• Support tax compliance processes across UK and US jurisdictions.
• Contribute to the design, implementation, and maintenance of financial controls and processes, ensuring compliance with SOX requirements.
• Undertake ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support management decision-making.

Candidate Profile

• Strong academic background, with a recognised professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CA).
• Excellent technical accounting knowledge with experience in US GAAP and IFRS.
• Proven ability to work autonomously and take ownership of deliverables.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across time zones and functions.
• Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable operating within a high-growth organization.
• Alignment with the company's values and commitment to operational excellence.

Benefits & Compensation

For an overview of our benefits package and compensation information, please visit "Working at Compass".

Employment Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industry: Mental Health Care

Reasonable accommodation

We are committed to building a workplace where everyone's wellbeing matters. If you need reasonable accommodation during the interview process to be at your best, please let our recruiting team know.

UK applicants

We are proud of our commitment to diversity and equality (pursuant to the Equality Act 2010). We do not discriminate based upon race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, age or disability.

US applicants

Compass Pathways is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military service, genetic information, familial or marital status, or any other status, category, or characteristic protected by applicable law.

Sponsorship

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