Interim Financial Controller – Property Services (Hybrid)

About the role

Harmonic Group Ltd is partnering with a fast‑growing, PE‑backed property services business to find an Interim Financial Controller. Working on a hybrid basis in London, you will keep the finance function operating smoothly across multiple entities while leading a remediation programme to raise the standard of controls, reporting and team capability.

Key responsibilities

• Own day‑to‑day finance operations for a multi‑entity group, delivering month‑end close, management accounts and cash‑flow visibility.
• Identify and remediate weaknesses in the control environment, improving coding, reconciliations and balance‑sheet integrity.
• Elevate financial reporting from operational output to commercial insight for senior leadership.
• Assess the existing finance team, address performance issues and foster a culture of accountability.
• Maintain compliance with VAT, CIS and other regulatory obligations during a period of rapid change.

Required profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Big 4 audit experience or equivalent background in a regulated, controls‑focused environment.
• Proven track record of improving finance functions in multi‑entity, owner‑managed or recently invested businesses.
• Hands‑on approach with willingness to work directly in systems and data.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive day‑rate contract for an interim assignment.
• Opportunity to shape finance infrastructure supporting an ambitious acquisition strategy.
• Hybrid working arrangement in London.