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).
Desirable Experience
- 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.