Interim Financial Controller
Interim Financial Controller
West London | Hybrid (3 days onsite)
£500 per day
We are partnering exclusively with a rapidly expanding consumer-facing business to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller on an initial 6-month contract. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a hands-on leadership role supporting a growing multi-site operation during a period of significant expansion. The successful candidate will take ownership of the financial control function, ensure robust reporting processes are maintained, and lead an established finance team through a key transition period.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the financial control function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
- Manage the month-end and year-end close processes
- Oversee statutory accounts preparation, audit management and compliance activities
- Maintain strong balance sheet controls and reconciliations
- Partner with the Finance Director to support business performance and strategic initiatives
- Review and enhance financial processes, controls and reporting frameworks
- Lead and develop a team of AP and management accountants
- Support ongoing business growth, operational improvements and finance projects
- Work closely with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insight and support
Skills & Qualifications:
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
- Proven Financial Controller experience within a fast-paced environment
- Strong technical accounting background with expertise in statutory reporting and financial controls (UK GAAP, FRS 102)
- Previous responsibility for month-end, year-end and audit processes
- Experience leading and developing finance teams
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- A proactive and hands-on approach with the ability to operate effectively in a growing business
- Experience in Hospitality, retail, leisure or other multi-site environments is highly advantageous
- Exposure to Sage Intacct or similar cloud-based finance systems
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-growth business at an exciting stage of its journey, working closely with senior leadership and making an immediate impact within the finance function.
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