Interim Financial Controller

Interim Financial Controller required for a period of 6 months. This role would suit someone who is ready to lead, transform and future-proof finance in a complex, data-driven organisation. My client is looking for a strategic, technically strong Financial Controller to take ownership of financial control, reporting excellence and finance systems leadership - while driving automation and AI-enabled improvements.Key tasks

• Lead core finance operations: billing, AR/AP, general ledger, cost, inventory & revenue accounting
• Deliver month-end and year-end close processes
• Ensure statutory accounts, tax and management reporting meet the highest standards
• Strengthen financial governance, controls and audit readiness
• Embed robust financial policies and drive constructive compliance
• Provide sharp, technically grounded accounting insight to senior stakeholders
• Track emerging technical accounting developments and advise on impact
• Act as business owner for Dynamics 365 Finance - shaping the roadmap for process, data governance and automation improvements
• Build, lead and develop a high-performing finance team

Qualifications and Skills

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong technical accounting expertise with statutory reporting experience
• Proven leadership of high-performing, inclusive finance teams
• Strong finance systems knowledge (D365 highly desirable)
• Passion for improving processes, controls, data quality and AI-enabled automation
• Collaborative, proactive leader with a strong stewardship mindset

Environment and benefits

• A competitive day rate (Inside IR35, PAYE only)
• 25 days annual leave
• Parking
• 37 hour week - with 2/3 days hybrid

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