Role Overview
You will provide hands-on support across transactional finance, month-end close, reporting, cash management, and operational finance. The role requires a proactive approach to improving process discipline, enhancing controls, and ensuring the finance function can meet critical reporting deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End Close & Reporting
* Support month-end close processes, including journals, reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments
* Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts and variance analysis
* Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, with a focus on stock
Financial Controls & Process Improvement
* Identify process gaps and implement practical control improvements
* Embed a structured reporting calendar and monthly finance routines
Systems, Processes & Documentation
* Document key finance processes across AP, AR, stock, costing, and reporting
* Support the clean-up of legacy transactions (e.g. accruals, VAT, supplier balances)
Candidate Profile
* Qualified accountant
* Strong management accounting experience, ideally within a manufacturing or multi-site environment
* Proven track record of improving processes and strengthening financial controls
* Hands-on and willing to support transactional activities when required
* Comfortable working at pace in a changing environment and resolving legacy issues
* Able to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Contract Details
* Job title: Interim Financial Controller
* Duration: 3–6 months (with potential extension)
* Start Date: Immediate / ASAP
* Commitment: Full-time (4 days onsite, 1 day WFH)
* Location: Livingston
* Reporting to: Group CFO
For more information on this opportunity, please contact Kamran Chaudhry at Rutherford Cross.