Job Description

Interim Financial Controller - 6 months contract - circa 300pd

My Client, a well established (5+ decades), growing family owned business in Plymouth is urgently looking for a highly competent and experienced Interim Financial Controller to take ownership of the financial operations for a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of the financial reporting and control systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Reporting: Lead the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate production of monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Financial Analysis: Analyze financial performance, identify trends, and provide insightful reports to management.
• Accounting Operations: Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other key accounting functions.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Internal Controls: Maintain and strengthen internal controls to safeguard company assets.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline and improve financial processes.
• Team Management: Manage and mentor a small finance team, providing guidance and support.
• Special Projects: Assist with ad-hoc projects as required, such as budgeting, forecasting, or system implementations.

Qualifications:

• Qualified accountant: (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent experience)
• Proven Experience: Significant experience (5+ years) as a Financial Controller or in a similar senior finance role in a UK business.
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and internal control frameworks.
• Systems Proficiency: Experience with accounting software (e.g. Sage).
• Communication & Leadership: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-Starter: Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.

My Client is offering a competitive day rate of circa 300pd (DOE) and is keen to fill this position urgently

This opportunity would suit a seasoned FC, experienced at improving the way things are done and experienced at developing a team.

Don't waste this opportunity, forward your CV now.

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Interim Financial Controller - 6 months contract - circa 300pd