Interim Financial Controller

We’re currently working with a leading financial services business that is looking to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller on an initial 4-month contract.

This is a hands-on opportunity for a qualified accountant to take ownership of an established finance function while supporting a period of systems, process and technology transition.

The successful candidate will work closely with the wider finance team to ensure a smooth transition, maintain strong financial controls and bring greater structure and transparency to the existing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the Financial Controller function and day-to-day finance processes
• Oversee monthly revenue accounting and month-end close
• Review and maintain balance sheet controls and revenue analysis
• Support the transition to a new technical ledger
• Assist with the integration of the ledger into Workday
• Review, refine and document existing finance processes and policies
• Provide greater governance and transparency around revenue accounting
• Work closely with the existing finance team throughout the transition and handover
• Support wider finance activities including reporting, budgeting and systems-related projects where required

About You

ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualified accountant

Strong background within a Financial Controller, Financial Accountant or Technical Accounting position

Experience across revenue accounting, month-end and balance sheet controls

Lloyd's, insurance broking or IBA experience highly desirable

Good understanding of technical ledgers and financial processes

Experience with finance systems, system implementations or process improvement would be beneficial

Highly organised with strong attention to detail

Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of a function

Able to build effective relationships and work collaboratively with an established finance team

Resilient and comfortable working in a changing environment