GW Pharmaceuticals
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Andover, Hampshire
Supervisor, General Ledger Accounting - 12 month Fixed Term Contract
Overview
Job Description
* GW Pharmaceuticals is a cutting-edge UK-based biopharmaceutical company that over the last 20 years has established a world-leading position in cannabinoid science and the development of regulatory approved medicines derived from cannabis. Our mission is to transform the lives of seriously ill patients and their families. In October 2018 our achievements were recognized by TIME magazine which named GW as one of the 'Top 50 Genius companies of 2018 that are inventing the future'. Having developed the world's first prescription medicine derived from the cannabis plant, Sativex, which treats spasticity due to multiple sclerosisGW has now developed an oral formulation of purified cannabidiol (CBD), (approved as Epidiolex in the U.S) for seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome or Dravet Syndrome, two rare and severe early-onset, drug-resistant epilepsy syndromes. This is in addition to our deep pipeline of clinical stage cannabinoid product candidates under development for both orphan and non-orphan indications with a particular focus on neurological conditions. In the UK we have close to 550 employees from a diverse range of backgrounds and disciplines based on four sites in Cambridge, Kent, London and Andover, along with employees working in the field. We also have a strong presence in the U.S. with around 250 U.S. employees, based both in Carlsbad, CA and in the field. We are continuing to build out our teams and are looking for talented individuals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients, and to exemplifying our company values. Please go to www.gwpharm.com for additional information. About theRole: To manage the general ledger team to ensure accurate and timeline monthly accounting Key Responsibilities/Accountabilities: * Team management of 2 * To review and post month end general ledger journals * To review and post month end intercompany transactions * To review UK and International payrolls * Support the annual and quarterly audits * Assist in ensuring all Management accountant team members comply with SoX * The job holder is responsible for maintaining cGxP and H&S knowledge applicable to the job. Detailed Responsibilities/Accountabilities: * Manages the General Ledger team to ensure all tasks are completed accurately and timely and manager the smooth running of the team * Review and develop departments KPIs * Review and approval of payroll for 6 subsidiaries both UK and International * Review Employee share calculation and postings * Release of payments AP Payments runs, payroll and adhoc * To review and post general ledger month end journals incl Payroll, bonus accrual, holiday accrual, travel and benefit reclasses * To review and post Intercompany transactions including invoice recharges, Royalty and Service charges * Ensuring SoX controls are relevant and adhered to * To review all general ledger balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis * To be a main point of contact for annual and quarterly audit queries * To promote and develop the relationship with the general ledger team and the rest of Finance * To highlight improvements and work to develop the processes * To ensure all SoX controls are adhered to and reviewed with changes * To work on various Finance development projects * Executes additional tasks in order to meet departmental project-related or developmental/change objectives * Ensures that activities under their control are carried out in ways to minimise risks to health, safety, security and the environment. * Carries out their work in a way that will not adversely affect their own, or others', health, safety and security or the environment and reports any shortcomings in GW arrangements. Key Attributes/Skills/Education - Essential: Knowledge: * 3 years prior experience in a similar role Experience * Prior management accounts experience * Prior management experience essential Skills: * A high knowledge of excel * High level of numeracy * CIMA or ACCA qualified Attributes and Behaviours: * Develops and maintains positive working relationships with others * Shares ideas and information * Attention to detail, thorough and organised approach to working * Proactive and positive attitude GW's VISION: Unlock the potential of cannabinoid science to transform the lives of the patients and their families GW's MISSION: Lead the world in developing and commercialising regulatory approved cannabinoid medicines, putting patients first Our efforts are guided by several fundamental values. At all times we strive to be: Patient Driven - We never forget who we're striving for Passionate - We are here to change lives Innovative - We challenge ourselves to find new and better approaches Collaborative - We accomplish more through working together and valuing one another Accountable - We take responsibility and deliver on our commitments Integrity - We are fair, honest, and ethical Excellence - We pursue the highest standards for ourselves and for our industry Join Us! I