Job Description
Interim Financial Controller (Part-Time) | £50,000 - £55,000 FTE | 3 Month FTC | Remote (Leeds-based)
Are you a hands-on finance professional who enjoys owning the full finance function and being the go-to person for all things finance?
If you like working autonomously, rolling up your sleeves, and bringing structure to a growing business, this could be a great fit.
We're partnering with a small, project-led business based in Leeds that is looking for a part-time Interim Financial Controller to step in following a long-standing team member's departure.
This is a number one in finance role, reporting directly to the business owner, with full responsibility for the finance function.
The Role
* You'll take full ownership of finance, ensuring everything runs smoothly while also identifying opportunities to improve processes and controls.
* Full Ownership: Acting as the #1 in finance, partnering directly with the owner on financial performance
* Day-to-Day Finance: Managing purchase orders, sales orders, and maintaining accurate financial records
* Revenue & Cost Recognition: Handling deferred income and project-based accounting
* Month-End & Reporting: Overseeing reporting and ensuring financial information is accurate and meaningful
* Payroll & Compliance: Managing payroll, tax returns, and statutory requirements
* Systems: Working with Sage and improving existing spreadsheet-based processes
* Process Improvement: Identifying inefficiencies and implementing better ways of working
* Handover: Working closely with the outgoing team member to ensure a smooth transition
This is a broad, hands-on role where you'll have real ownership and visibility across the business.
What They're Looking For
* A well-rounded finance professional comfortable running a finance function end-to-end
* Strong practical experience (qualified or QBE both considered)
* Confident operating as the lead finance contact in a business
* Experience with Sage and strong Excel skills
* Comfortable managing transactional finance as well as higher-level oversight
* Experience with project-based accounting or deferred revenue is highly beneficial
* Exposure to M&A or business change would be advantageous but not essential
Why Join?This is a great opportunity to step into a true No.1 role, working directly with the owner and having full control over how finance operates.
You'll have the autonomy to make improvements, influence decisions, and leave the business in a far stronger position than when you arrived.
There is also potential for the role to become permanent longer-term.
Location: Remote (Leeds-based business)Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 FTE (pro rata)Contract: 3 months initially (interim to permanent potential)Working Pattern: Flexible (approx. 2-3 days per week)Start: ASAP
If you're a hands-on finance professional looking for a flexible interim role with real ownership, hit apply.