Job Description
Who’s Instem?
Well, we’re a global provider of bespoke industry-leading software solutions and services, which facilitate the pre-clinical, and clinical phases of the drug discovery process. We have over fifteen products in our portfolio, used by over 700 pharmaceutical clients (including all the top 25!)
What’s the culture/environment like?
For a global business of over 400 staff, we very much have a family feel. You’ll be part of a friendly, communal, solution based, flexible environment, where you’ll feel empowered, valued and accountable. We’ll invest in you as a person and encourage you to take part in companywide workshops for wellbeing, mental health, critical conversations, and strengths.
The CFO is a key member of the Executive Team who provides support in all financial aspects of the business. In addition, the CFO is expected to make significant contribution in the wider areas of administration and general management of the business.
What are you responsible for?
Taxation-Corporation/PAYE (inc. USA operations)
Treasury Management, including Debt, ForEx and Interest Rate Management
Strategic Planning, supplying financial expertise and general management skills
Forecast
Budgets
Investor Relations
Bank Liaison
Benchmarking and Performance measures
Pensions/Payroll, managing an outsourced service
Legal Affairs
Risk Management (operational and financial)
Facilities Management
Human Resources
Purchasing
Health and Safety
Member of the Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Steering Committee whose purpose is to stay aware of ESG matters that are relevant to the business and to advise and guide the business ensuring we remain compliant where required and enhance our social contribution
Adherence to the Company’s Quality Management System to ensure that all work is handled Securely, Professionally and Diligently
Skills, Knowledge, Experience:
Experience of working in a SaaS environment, preferably in Life Sciences
Exposure to working within a Private Equity company is preferred
Recognised accounting qualification
Excellent organisation/communication/planning skills
Leadership/motivational skills
Effective delegation/prioritisation skills
Awareness of current affairs
Knowledge of office procedures and computer packages
Human Resource experience
Knowledge of our Quality Management System and its application to tasks associated with this role.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Instem stores and processes data using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS). For more information regarding our privacy policy use the following link: https://www.instem.com/privacy/
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Job Details
Posted Date:
February 28, 2026
Job Type:
Finance and Insurance
Location:
United Kingdom
Company:
Instem
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