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Platform Recruitment

Aug 30

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior & Expert Level
  • Portsmouth

AI generated summary

  • You need a BSc in accounting, economics, or finance, an ACCA or CIMA qualification, strong tax knowledge, and a solid grasp of finance best practices.
  • You will oversee external accounting, manage financial records, analyze statements, monitor expenditures, forecast revenue, and track project costs and schedules.

Requirements

  • BSc in in accounting, economics, finance or equivalent
  • Accounting qualification e.g. (ACCA or CIMA)
  • A strong understanding of tax codes and laws
  • Solid knowledge of standard accountancy and finance best practices

Responsibilities

  • Supervision of external accounting services and office P&L
  • Management of accounting records and financial compliance
  • Oversight of financial statements and data analysis
  • Monitoring expenditures and revenue forecasting
  • Monitoring Project EACs and milestone schedules

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Financial Controller position?

The salary for the Financial Controller position is up to £90k depending on experience.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A BSc in accounting, economics, finance, or equivalent, along with an accounting qualification such as ACCA or CIMA, is required.

Is previous experience necessary for this position?

Yes, the ideal candidate should have experience as a Financial Controller in small to medium-sized companies.

Will there be opportunities for advancement?

Yes, there is an opportunity to progress into a Finance Director position.

What are the main responsibilities of the Financial Controller?

Responsibilities include supervising external accounting services, managing accounting records, overseeing financial statements, monitoring expenditures and revenue forecasting, and tracking project EACs and milestone schedules.

Is security clearance required for this position?

Yes, candidates must be able to obtain SC Clearance to be eligible for this role.

What type of company is this position with?

This position is with a world-leading navigation company that designs and creates navigation and mission systems for a range of clients.

What knowledge is essential for this role?

A strong understanding of tax codes and laws, as well as solid knowledge of standard accountancy and finance best practices, is essential.

How should candidates apply for this role?

Candidates should apply with an up-to-date CV and any supporting information.

Where is the Financial Controller position located?

The Financial Controller position is based in Portsmouth.

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Platform Recruitment

Partnering with innovative companies, connecting them with exceptional talent.

Human Resources
Industry
11-50
Employees
2010
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Platform Recruitment - Partnering with innovative companies, connecting them with exceptional talent. At Platform Recruitment we have a proven track record of delivering the best candidates into a variety of roles, working with clients that vary from new start-ups to some of the world’s largest corporations. We take the time to fully understand our candidates and their motivations so that we can introduce them to the right companies for them. We then support them throughout their journey to finding and starting in their new job. We partner with clients all over the UK, USA and Europe to cut out any burden the recruitment process creates for them, whether they're large multinationals or smaller start-ups. This successful partnership approach is fundamental to several exclusive agreements currently in place, with more being added every week. Our business model is based around continuously engaging with the best, most niche and in-demand technical candidates in the market. This gives us a distinct advantage when matching expert technical talent with some of the best companies in the UK, USA, Germany and across Europe.