Robert Half are recruiting for a founder-led, purpose-driven consumer brand based in Cornwall with a strong identity and loyal customer base. The business sells through a UK retail estate and a growing direct-to-consumer e-commerce channel, with increasing international reach. Values-led in the truest sense - this is a business people genuinely care about, based in a Cornwall, South West England location.
INTERIM GROUP FINANCIAL CONTROLLER
Day Rate: £350-£450pd
Location: Cornwall
Duration: 3-4 months
Location: Cornwall - South West England - hybrid, 3-4 days on-site per week
Start Date: May 2026
Reports to: Chief Financial Officer
Start: Immediate
The Role
Reporting directly to the CFO, the interim Group Financial Controller will take full ownership of the group finance function - ensuring tight controls, accurate reporting and strong financial leadership for the duration of the engagement. You will need to integrate quickly, work with limited handover and deliver from day one.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Control & Reporting
1. Own the group month-end close and produce accurate, timely management accounts across all entities
2. Prepare consolidated group financial statements - P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
3. Deliver board reporting packs with clear commentary and variance analysis
4. Lead the year-end statutory accounts process and manage the external audit relationship
Cash & Treasury
5. Own cash flow forecasting and monitoring, including a rolling 13-week model
6. Manage working capital - AR/AP and stock oversight
7. Manage FX exposure across multi-currency trading channels
Commercial Finance
8. Partner with the CFO and senior leadership on commercial decision-making
9. Support budgeting and reforecasting with channel-level performance analysis
Controls & Compliance
10. Ensure all statutory filings are submitted accurately and on time
11. Strengthen financial processes and controls where needed
12. Maintain compliance with UK GAAP / FRS 102
Team
13. Lead and develop the finance team day-to-day
14. Provide a stable, credible senior presence for the duration of the engagement
The Person
15. Fully qualified - ACA, ACCA or CIMA
16. Proven experience as a Group Financial Controller or equivalent senior finance role
17. Background in consumer, retail or branded goods
18. Multi-entity consolidation and group reporting experience
19. Able to operate hands-on, at pace, with limited handover
20. Strong UK GAAP / FRS 102 technical knowledge
21. Confident communicating with CFO and board-level stakeholders
22. Prior interim experience an advantage
To Apply
The client name will be shared with suitable candidates following an initial conversation. Please submit your CV and a brief note on your experience and current availability. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.