Financial Controller job based in East Sussex, paying up to £57k

Your new company
You will be working for an established organisation that is going through a period of change, based in East Sussex, reporting to the Deputy CFO.

Your new role
You will be the technical lead for financial accounting, providing strategic advice to directors and stakeholders, co-ordinating the annual production of the accounts, maintaining integrity underpinning the chart of accounts, balances and transactions to facilitate all aspects of statutory and management reporting. You will manage the day to day activity within the financial accounting team, including design and implementation of processes and procedures, and provide technical advice to ensure that best practice and relevant accounting standards and guidance is adhered to. Additionally, you will deputise for the Deputy CFO when required, in relation to day to day accountancy, controls, strategic treasury management activities, banking and cash management.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be a qualified accountant (CIPFA / ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with strong financial accounting experience including knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP, and staff management experience. You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information effectively to non-financial colleagues.

What you'll get in return
You will be rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits package.

What you need to do now
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