Group financial controller

Job Description

Interim Group Financial Controller

Rate:Equivalent to salary Circa £70,000
Location: Ashbourne (Head Office-based)
Contract Type: Interim / Fixed-Term 3-6 Months

An established and growing multi-entity business is seeking an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller to lead its finance function during a key period of operational and strategic development.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to a technically strong finance professional who can combine robust financial control with commercial insight and team leadership.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, strengthening controls, and supporting senior leadership with high-quality financial analysis and decision-making support.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the finance team, driving performance, development, and accountability
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes across the group
• Ensure accurate and timely production of management accounts and financial reporting
• Maintain and improve financial controls, processes, and governance frameworks
• Manage cash flow, balance sheet integrity, and financial risk controls
• Lead statutory reporting, audit preparation, and compliance activities
• Act as the key point of contact for external auditors and advisors
• Review journals, reconciliations, and reporting outputs to ensure accuracy
• Provide financial analysis and commentary to support strategic decision-making
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
• Drive continuous improvement across finance systems and reporting processes
• Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders across the business
• Support business integration projects and process improvement initiatives where required

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge
• Experience managing and developing finance teams
• Confident working in fast-paced, multi-entity environments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience improving processes, controls, and reporting efficiency
• Prior interim or transformation experience would be advantageous

Whats on Offer

• Interim rate aligned with salary circa £70,000
• Opportunity to join a well-established and evolving organisation
• Senior leadership exposure and influence
• Varied and commercially focused role
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity for temp - perm if interested

For a confidential discussion or to express interest, please apply with an updated CV.

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