Interim Financial Controller

Cedar is currently partnered with a mid-market PE-backed healthcare provider to help them secure an Interim Financial Controller. This role reports into the CFO and will be based in the Brighton area on a hybrid basis (2-3 days per week). It is a 3-6 month assignment, paying £500-550 per day.

The Company
This expanding healthcare provider is backed by a mid-market private equity firm and continues to grow rapidly across the UK. The business is known for its innovative use of cutting-edge methodology and commitment to delivering high-quality services. The CFO is highly impressive and has built a collaborative, supportive team culture. Finance is seen as a key enabler of growth, with the function playing a central role in ensuring operational excellence during this exciting phase.

The Role
You will be responsible for the smooth running of all day-to-day finance activities, ensuring core processes and controls are delivered to the highest standard. Working closely with the CFO and leading a small finance team, you'll provide stability and clarity during a critical phase.

• Full ownership of P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow reporting.
• Deliver timely and accurate month-end close and management reporting.
• Oversee statutory audit and compliance requirements.
• Ensure strong financial controls and efficient finance processes.
• Provide insightful variance analysis against budget and forecasts.
• Manage and support the finance team to deliver consistently high-quality outputs.
• Support the CFO with ad hoc projects and financial analysis as required.

Your Profile

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong technical grounding with experience across financial reporting, audits, and controls.
• Hands-on finance leader comfortable managing a small team.
• Proven ability to deliver in BAU-heavy interim assignments.
• Exposure to PE-backed or growth environments is advantageous.

Compensation & Benefits
This Interim Financial Controller assignment offers a highly competitive day rate of £500-550 per day, with hybrid working from the Brighton area (2-3 days per week in the office). The role provides the chance to work closely with an impressive CFO in a fast-growing, PE-backed environment, where finance is truly valued.

In addition to the £500-550 per day rate, you'll benefit from:

• The opportunity to shape the finance function during a critical phase of growth.
• Hands-on leadership of a collaborative and motivated team.
• Exposure to private equity stakeholders and the challenges of a dynamic, expanding healthcare business.
• Hybrid flexibility, with a balance between office time in the Brighton area and remote working.
• The chance to make a real impact in a role that is both challenging and rewarding.
• For experienced interim Financial Controllers seeking a stimulating contract in a high-growth, PE-backed organisation, this assignment offers both professional development and the chance to deliver immediate value.