Financial Controller

The company

My client is an exciting and ambitious R&D led company that specialises in the design of innovative security technology. Since 2008 they have developed and delivered innovative products that have seen service in some of the most demanding environments in the world.

The finance function reports on the performance of the business. They strive to be a trusted partner and make sure there are no surprises. They provide high quality, reliable, timely and accurate information that will support the business with its decision-making.

The role

• Monthly management accounts and other reporting, as required.
• Forecasting, budgeting, financial planning, cash flow and cash management.
• Performing / oversight of all regulatory functions, including monthly VAT return and monthly EC sales list, and similar.
• Organising and managing financial audits to comply with current legislation both in UK and overseas
• Management of daily accounts routines, journals, bank transactions, prepayments, accruals, maintenance of fixed asset register, timely and controlled supplier payments, reconciliations.
• Responsible for stock control, ensuring strong controls are in place
• Controlling costs and working with both budget holders look to drive efficiency and cost savings
• Line management of accounts payable staff.
• Support senior managers by providing guidance and reporting
• Oversee and take responsibility for credit control.
• All Payroll and pensions administration, UK and Overseas
• Liaison with the Company's external accountants, to plan and complete year-ends, tax planning, calculations and returns.
• Liaison with the Company's bankers in UK and Overseas
• Liaison with and reporting to parent company where applicable
• Support staff on Sage50 access and training
• Involvement in systems / IT development & improvement.
• Any other reasonable duties required to support the company in meeting its objectives
• Have due regard for PV Grading, F680 and Export Licence Controls
• Working to ISO standards

Essential Skills

• Excellent proficiency in Excel and Sage Line 50.
• Structured, organised individual; someone with good all-round finance and business experience.
• Communication skills and strategists with long-range vision, but also comfortable with hands-on.
• Ability to work within a small, flexible and dynamic team
• Be able to communicate effectively to technical and non-technical international audiences
• Attention to detail, self-starter, eagerness to learn
• Energy, flexibility, enthusiasm, persistence and commitment.

Desirable Skills

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
• Line management skills
• Business Law appreciation, particularly commercial contracts and HR-related
• International Trade
• Previous experience in a similar role and similar industry

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