Manufacturing and Distribution Group based in Portsmouth, Hampshire has an opportunity for an ambitious and driven Financial Controller to undertake responsibility for the day to day financial management of the business in addition to supporting key strategic decision making.\n\nWhat will the Financial Controller role involve?\nReporting to the Managing Director, the key responsibilities of the Financial Controller position will include:\n\nManaging the day-to-day function of the finance department including VAT submissions, monthly payroll and cash flow requirements.\nProviding accurate financial information for all areas of the business, together with commentary to support commercial decision making.\nProducing budgets and forecasts with an emphasis on cash flow forecasting.\nManaging and developing grant applications and identifying available grants/funds for the business.\nPreparing all financial reporting to statutory account level and acting as key point of contact for external partners including auditors and banks.\nLiaising with the Managing Director to compile data, costs and narrative for annual R&D claims.\nSuitable Candidate for the Financial Controller vacancy:\n\nApplicants for the position will ideally hold a full accountancy qualification but strong candidates who are qualified by experience will also be considered.\nPrevious experience of working within a similar position within an SME environment will be essential as will the ability to be hands on in addition to operating at a more strategic level when required.\nAdditional benefits and information for the role of Financial Controller: \n\nThe role will  be office based as a result of the collaboration required with non-finance stakeholders throughout the business to undertake the role successfully.\nOn offer will be flexible working arrangements, bonus and free parking.\nCMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services.

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