Interim Financial Controller (Private Equity Support - 6-12 months)
Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid)
Day rate: £400-£450 (outside IR35)
We're supporting a privately owned, high-growth business in the natural resources sector as it prepares for external investment. The company has built a strong operational foundation and is now gearing up for a private equity transaction.
They're looking for an experienced Interim Financial Controller to lead the finance function through this period - strengthening financial controls, improving reporting, and supporting due diligence and deal readiness.
Key deliverables
1. Review and refine financial controls, processes, and reporting frameworks.
2. Prepare robust financial information packs and management accounts for investors.
3. Support external advisers during financial due diligence.
4. Build and stress-test financial models to support strategic decisions.
5. Ensure compliance, cashflow forecasting, and audit readiness.
6. Mentor and upskill existing finance staff where relevant.
About you
You're a hands-on, commercially minded finance professional (likely ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with a track record of interim or transaction support in an SME or PE-backed environment. You combine strong technical control with a pragmatic, delivery-focused mindset.
Assignment details
7. 6-12 months initially, starting ASAP
8. Hybrid working in Edinburgh (3 days on site)
9. £450-£550 per day, outside IR35
The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.