We are supporting a £250m turnover business that is seeking an Interim Financial Controller to join the finance team on a 6-month contract. The company is currently navigating a period of change following a recent integration, and this role will play a key part in stabilising and strengthening the finance function.
This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who thrives in fast‑paced environments, is comfortable rolling up their sleeves, and can quickly add value across core financial reporting and integration‑related activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day‑to‑day financial control and reporting activities across the business.
- Support the finance function with post‑integration work, ensuring processes, reporting, and controls are aligned.
- Oversee month‑end close, balance sheet integrity, and financial reporting.
- Identify and implement improvements to financial processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.
- Work closely with senior finance leadership to support integration‑related projects and finance transformation initiatives.
- Provide hands‑on support to the finance team where needed during a busy and evolving period.
- Ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and supports effective decision‑making.
Key Requirements
- Proven experience operating as a Financial Controller or senior finance leader within mid‑to‑large sized businesses.
- Comfortable working in fast‑paced, changing environments where priorities may shift.
- Demonstrated experience supporting post‑acquisition or post‑integration finance activities.
- Hands‑on approach with the ability to roll up sleeves and deliver operationally.
- Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.
- Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent).
- Experience within high‑growth, private equity‑backed, or acquisitive businesses.
- Exposure to systems or process integration following acquisitions.
- Experience leading or mentoring finance teams during periods of change.
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