Interim Financial Controller

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an international multi-site services group based in Greater Manchester, for an experienced Interim Financial Controller. We are seeking a professional who can effectively oversee the financial reporting team and also work alongside the finance business partnering function to provide effective decision support to the business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial control, business partnering and financial leadership. The role would suit either an interim finance specialist for 6 months ( INSIDE IR35) or a qualified finance professional open to a temporary to permanent opportunity.

The Role

• To assist the FD with coordination and collation of accurate budgets and forecasts to agreed formats and timetables
• Preparation of the financial statements for several UK entities and liaison with the external auditors to ensure an efficient audit process
• To act as the lead for ensuring that any audits are being carried out effectively and promptly by liaising with the rest of the finance team and senior stakeholders including statutory audits & internal audits.
• Assisting with the coordination and collation of the annual budget, monthly and quarterly forecast and reporting to Group including collation of reporting packs and validation into HFM budgeting platform
• Preparation of the monthly reporting packs (internal, group and divisional) through liaison with the Finance Business Partners and Management Accounts team
• Collate and review cashflow reporting alongside the finance director
• Manage and support a small team 
• Prepare and present management reports, providing insights into financial performance

The person

• ACA/ACCA/ACMA Qualified Accountant
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller
• Strong knowledge of month-end close processes and knowledge of IFRS
• Excellent leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

The company operates a hybrid working pattern, a team environment with low staff turnover and there are good longer term career opportunities for the right candidate. Candidates will need to be available at short notice.