Interim Financial Controller/Director

Company: Vardey Recruitment
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Location: Poole
Job Description:

Interim Finance Transformation Lead Location: Poole (Onsite, 4 5 days per week) Contract: Interim (Full‑time, 2 6 months possible extension) Reporting to: Fractional CFO / CEO

About the Opportunity

Vardey Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for an Interim Finance Transformation Lead on behalf of a growing and evolving organisation in Poole – Dorset – Near Bournemouth. The business is entering a key phase of transformation moving to a multi‑entity group structure and strengthening its financial and operational foundations.

The Role

This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role focused on driving finance transformation across systems, processes, and structure. Working closely with the CFO, CEO, and senior leadership team. You will lead key projects to build a scalable finance function. The role is primarily project‑focused, with day‑to‑day operations managed separately.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead finance transformation during the transition to a group structure
  • Support new entity setup, reporting structures, and financial controls
  • Work with external advisors on tax, HMRC, and structuring
  • Review and improve finance systems, processes, and controls
  • Support system implementations and operational improvements
  • Design the future finance operating model and group reporting
  • Act as a senior support and escalation point within the finance team
  • Manage projects, timelines, and change initiatives

About You

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience
  • Strong experience in finance transformation, restructuring, or change environments
  • Experience within multi‑entity or group structures
  • Knowledge of tax/HMRC considerations is beneficial
  • Proven ability to improve systems, processes, and controls
  • Calm, adaptable, and able to bring structure during change
  • Strong project management and stakeholder management skills

Why Join?

  • This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organisation shaping the finance function, driving change, and delivering long‑term value during a critical stage of growth.

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Posted: April 10th, 2026