JSS are partnering with a high growth, PE backed business based in High Wycombe to appoint an Interim Group Finance Director, joining during a period of increased activity following a recent acquisition. Reporting to the Group CFO and managing a small team, the role will take ownership of the Group Finance function, ensuring high quality delivery of BAU reporting and controls, while also supporting a range of ongoing projects and initiatives. This is a broad, hands‑on role, suited to an experienced interim who is comfortable operating at pace, embedding quickly and delivering immediate impact.
Group Reporting & Technical Accounting
* Ownership of consolidated Group reporting (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow) across a multi‑entity international structure
* Lead on technical accounting matters, including IFRS considerations and new standards
* Management of the audit relationship and delivery of year end processes
Controls, Governance & Systems
* Ownership and ongoing enhancement of the Group controls environment
* Oversight of finance systems and reporting infrastructure
* Driving consistency of processes, controls and governance across the Group
* Preparation and delivery of consolidated annual reporting
* Ownership of the annual impairment review process
Projects & Additional Scope
* Accounting policy development and documentation
* IFRS related workstreams (including IFRS 16)
* Enhancement of controls and risk frameworks
Candidate Profile
* ACA qualified (Big 4 background preferred)
* Strong technical accounting capability (consolidations, IFRS, controls)
* Experience in international, multi‑entity environments
* Confident leading and developing teams
* Able to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving business
* Exposure to ERP implementations (ideally NetSuite)
* Experience supporting post‑acquisition environments
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