Financial Controller

Role: Financial ControllerReporting to: Chief Financial OfficerDirect report: Part-time BookkeeperLocation: Brighton and Hove - East SussexThe Role We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of the day-to-day financial control and reporting of a growing food manufacturing business. This is a hands-on role with broad exposure across financial reporting, cash flow management, controls, and systems, with a clear progression path to Finance Director within two to three years.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Reporting and Management AccountsPrepare timely and accurate monthly management accounts, including PandL, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow statements.Provide clear, insightful commentary on performance, including investigation and explanation of material variances.Maintain and manage accruals, including retrospective discounts and supplier recharges.Cash Flow and Working CapitalManage short- and medium-term cash flow forecasting and funding requirements.Monitor working capital movements and assess fixed asset investment needs.Oversee daily bank reconciliations and ensure alignment with finance providers'' balances.Treasury and Finance ProvidersAct as the primary point of contact for finance providers, including invoice discounting and inventory finance facilities.Ensure accurate reconciliation and reporting to all funding partners.Payments, Payroll and ReceivablesOversee supplier and staff payment processes.Manage receivables and credit control processes to ..... full job details .....