Interim Finance Director / Financial Controller Cheltenham / Onsite full time £400 per day Inside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director / Financial Controller to step into a hands-on, on-site assignment in Cheltenham with immediate effect. This is a delivery-critical interim role, requiring a senior finance professional who can stabilise, lead and improve the finance function from day one. There is no handover period - the successful interim must be comfortable taking ownership quickly and operating at pace. Immediate Priorities - Assume full control of the finance function and day-to-day financial operations - Provide visible, on-site leadership to the finance team and wider business - Rapidly assess current processes, controls and reporting, implementing improvements where required - Strengthen management information, budgeting and forecasting - Ensure compliance, governance and audit readiness - Act as a trusted, commercially focused partner to senior leadership Essential Interim Experience - Operated at Finance Director or Financial Controller level in interim assignments - Strong background in hands-on, operational environments (manufacturing, engineering, construction or similar) - Comfortable working 5 days per week onsite in Cheltenham - Decisive, pragmatic and able to deliver under pressure - Available at short notice or immediately This assignment will suit a career interim who enjoys stepping into complex situations and delivering fast, practical results