Are you an experienced interim finance professional with a strong background in IFRS, statutory accounts, and audit processes? Our client, a dynamic private equity-backed services group based in Lancashire, is seeking an Interim Group Financial Controller to join their team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead financial reporting and governance within a fast-growing, innovative business at the forefront of digital solutions. The position is hybrid, with flexible working arrangements and 1-2 days in the office each week, supporting a collaborative yet autonomous work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Produce periodic financial reporting at group level, ensuring compliance with relevant UK accounting standards.
Support the delivery of statutory reporting requirements, working closely with external advisors to facilitate a smooth audit process.
Maintain strong balance sheet control, including oversight of key reconciliations and intercompany balances.
Take ownership of the period-end close process, ensuring appropriate adjustments and eliminations are accurately reflected across the group.
Oversee group-wide tax compliance, working with external advisors to ensure obligations are met across multiple jurisdictions.
Produce regular reporting for lenders and investors, ensuring accuracy and adherence to agreed timelines.
Maintain corporate and banking processes, including oversight of cashflow and external service providers.
Provide technical accounting support on more complex areas, including financial instruments, across the group structure.
Contribute to a range of project-based activities, such as integrations, system enhancements, and strategic initiatives.
Support the ongoing development of internal controls, governance frameworks, and process improvements.
Partner with senior stakeholders on financial reporting, funding arrangements, and strategic transactions.
Candidate Profile:
ACA or equivalent qualification and highly experienced in technical accounting, IFRS, and group consolidations.
Proven experience within a high-growth or private equity-backed environment.
Strong background in statutory accounts, audit coordination, and financial controls.
Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with internal teams, auditors, and external partners.
Hands-on, pragmatic, and proactive with an ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
What’s on Offer?
This assignment offers a competitive day rate, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact during a critical phase of the business’s growth.
If you’re an experienced interim with a strong technical background and a track record of delivering in complex environments, we’d be keen to speak