📣 Our client, a growing recruitment group, is seeking a Finance Controller to join them on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys shaping processes, systems, and reporting. Reporting directly into the Finance Director, you’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening financial operations and supporting strategic decision-making throughout the contract period.
🔑 Role Overview
Our client is looking for someone who can confidently lead day-to-day finance operations while driving continual improvement across the finance function. You’ll also take ownership of monthly group consolidation across multiple entities — a key part of the role.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee daily finance operations: AP, AR, payroll, and banking
* Prepare monthly management accounts, cashflow forecasts, and board packs
* Lead budgeting and planning cycles, providing clear commercial insight
* Complete monthly group consolidation and intercompany reconciliations
* Maintain strong financial controls, policies, and compliance standards
* Drive improvements in financial systems, automation, and reporting processes
* Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and banking partners
👀 About You
* Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE with strong SME experience
* Essential experience working with multi-entity structures
* Recruitment sector experience is beneficial but not essential
* Commercial, analytical, and confident engaging with stakeholders
* Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable in a dynamic environment
* Strong systems capability (Xero/Sage or similar) with a process-improvement mindset
💼 This role
* A pivotal finance role working closely with the Finance Director
* A 12-month FTC with real influence over systems, reporting, and controls
* Supportive, collaborative culture where your contribution is valued
* Competitive salary, benefits, and genuine autonomy