Financial Accountant Cambridge, UK

This full‑time position is within the Finance team working in our Cambridge office on a hybrid basis (minimum 3 days in the office). Are you looking to take your financial reporting career to the next level? As the Financial Accountant at Cycle Pharmaceuticals, you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver high‑quality internal and external reporting and provide expert accounting advice on major transactions. You’ll also support with tax and compliance matters and prepare for annual statutory reporting. Reporting to the Group Financial Accounting Manager, you’ll be encouraged to take ownership and lead projects that support Cycle Pharmaceuticals’ ongoing high growth.

You don’t need to have a pharmaceutical background to be successful with us but, we are looking for a qualified Accountant who can demonstrate strong technical experience including, confident at writing accounting papers. As well as collaborating with colleagues in the Finance team, you’ll also work closely with various other departments in the business including Legal, FP&A and Supply Chain and externally, you’ll liaise with tax advisors, Auditors and regulatory bodies.

Support the preparation and delivery of the Group’s annual and interim statutory reporting. Lead and contribute to technical accounting projects, including the implementation of new IFRS and US GAAP standards. Support with year‑end audits, liaising closely with external auditors to ensure smooth and timely completion. Act as a key point of contact with auditors, bankers, and insurers, supporting the Group’s insurance processes. Prepare technical accounting papers and assessments, partnering with internal stakeholders to support development and investment projects. Work closely with the Group Financial Accounting Manager to ensure that all corporate tax matters are managed and met. Provide assistance to the Group Financial Accounting Manager on matters relating to the organisational structure of the business and its US subsidiaries.

The following skills and experience will be important in helping to set you up to succeed in this role:

• A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA), ideally with Big 4
• Good technical knowledge in IFRS, US GAAP knowledge is an advantage.
• Detail‑driven and confident in providing technical insight.
• Strong communicator with the ability to influence, present, and build trusted relationships.
• Resilient under pressure, delivering accurate results to tight deadlines.
• Hands‑on, discreet, and professional, with the judgement to handle sensitive data.

What can we offer to you:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Hybrid working with flexible start and finish times
• A collaborative high performing work environment
• Performance based bonus
• Opportunity to join a fast growing and ambitious business
• Company pension scheme
• 100% employer paid membership for Private Health Insurance
• Life and Critical Illness Insurance
• Regular team building events and an agile working environment

Diversity and Inclusion statement: At Cycle Pharmaceuticals, we are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, positive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, gender, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We actively support and embrace diversity, and we are working to build a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We value your unique contributions and encourage you to join us in shaping a more inclusive future. If you require any reasonable adjustments - whether during the application process or in the workplace - we will be happy to support your needs. At Cycle, equality, inclusion, and respect are at the core of everything we do. We fully comply with all applicable employment laws, including those related to non‑discrimination, work authorization, and employment eligibility verification.