Interim Financial Controller

Are you a Financial Controller ready to take the reins during a critical transition?

Our client, a fast-growing and ambitious organisation, is seeking an Interim Financial Controller to provide stability, leadership, and strategic oversight during a period of change. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and can confidently lead a finance function from day one.

Responsibilities:
As an InterimFinancial Controller, you will…
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Deliver high-quality management accounts, board reporting, and financial analysis
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning activities
• Provide day-to-day leadership to the finance team, maintaining strong controls and processes
• Support audit preparation and liaise with external stakeholders including auditors and banks
• Drive process improvements and support finance transformation initiatives

Requirements:
As an Interim Financial Controller, you will need…
• A full accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong experience in a similar senior finance role, ideally in an interim capacity
• In-depth knowledge of financial reporting standards (IFRS/UK GAAP) and compliance
• A hands-on, commercially minded approach with the ability to lead and influence
• Proficiency with financial systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP platforms

Benefits:
As an Interim Financial Controller, you will get…
• A competitive day rate with flexible weekly payment terms
• A hybrid working model with autonomy and flexibility
• The opportunity to work directly with executive leadership
• A chance to make a real impact in a business undergoing meaningful change

Step into a role that values your expertise – apply now and bring your leadership to the forefront.

Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.