Your new companyHays are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a highly innovative life sciences venture close to Southampton. The organisation has garnered the interest of industry partners due to its market-leading applications in the medical space. Due to planned growth, a Financial Controller is required on a permanent basis.Your new roleThis new role will report to the Finance lead and will be responsible for undertaking day-to-day ownership of all aspects of the company's financial operations. This will be a hands-on role, partnering with both internal and external stakeholders. You will be instrumental in growing the team as the business expands.Key Responsibilities:
* Management and preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
* Overseeing company accounts.
* Preparation and submission of VAT returns and all subsequent VAT matters.
* Cash flow projections and treasury management.
* Working on all related tax matters.
* Annual audit and statutory accounts.
* Managing the company's financial systems.
* Input into the company's annual budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting.
* Managing R&D project cost tracking, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team.
* Developing and implementing appropriate financial controls that align with growth.
* Providing company secretarial support.
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