Interim Financial Controller – Hands‑on Leadership Role

About the role

This interim position offers a hands‑on leadership opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of financial control, statutory reporting and audit management from day one. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to keep the finance function operating smoothly while supporting both immediate priorities and longer‑term objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Lead month‑end and year‑end close processes.
• Manage all balance‑sheet reconciliations and financial controls.
• Oversee financial accounting, ledger integrity and statutory accounts preparation.
• Manage external audit processes and maintain key auditor relationships.
• Ensure compliance with UK GAAP, FRS102 and other regulatory requirements.
• Oversee VAT, tax and statutory reporting obligations.
• Monitor cash flow, treasury activities and working‑capital requirements.
• Review and enhance financial policies, controls and procedures.
• Support finance‑systems improvements and process optimisation.
• Collaborate with international finance teams and key stakeholders.
• Line‑manage and develop a small finance team.

Required profile

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualified accountant.
• Significant experience as Financial Controller, Head of Finance or Senior Financial Accountant.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including UK GAAP and FRS102.
• Proven experience preparing statutory accounts and managing year‑end audits.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial controls and balance‑sheet management.
• Previous people‑management experience.
• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Detail‑oriented and able to work hands‑on.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel
• UK GAAP
• FRS102

What we offer

• Competitive day rate.
• Hybrid working arrangement.
• Immediate start.
• Friendly and collaborative environment.
• Potential longer‑term or permanent opportunity for the right candidate.
• Exposure to a complex, international finance environment.