Interim Financial Controller - 6 months role - SaaS sector - SME Interim Part Time Financial Controller – SaaS SME | Cheltenham3 days per week | Hybrid working | Competitive salary A growing SaaS business in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced, hands-on Part-Time Financial Controller for an initial 6-month contract with the opportunity of going permanent to take ownership of the finance function and support the business through its next phase of scale. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment and wants the flexibility of a part-time leadership role. ________________________________________ About the Role As Part-Time Financial Controller, you will lead all core finance activities for this ambitious SME and act as a trusted partner to the CEO. You'll be responsible for delivering accurate reporting, strengthening financial controls, improving processes, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. This role offers genuine autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to add real value within a tech-driven, growth-focused organisation. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities • Full ownership of monthly management accounts, financial reporting and analysis • Prepare year-end accounts and manage external accountants/auditors • Oversee cashflow forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning • Ensure compliance with VAT, payroll, HMRC reporting and financial controls • Support revenue recognition and subscription based accounting models (SaaS metrics) • Provide commercial insight to help shape strategy, pricing, and growth plans • Lead process improvements and system enhancements across finance • Support the leadership team with financial modelling and business performance reporting ________________________________________ About You We're looking for a confident, adaptable finance professional who can bring structure, clarity and commercial insight to a scaling tech business. Essential: • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE with strong experience • Experience supporting an SME or scale-up environment • Strong management accounting and reporting capability • Excellent cashflow management skills • Confident with systems and process improvement • Ability to work independently and take ownership of the finance function Desirable: • Experience within a SaaS, tech, or subscription based business • Experience with accounting systems such as Sage and Xero or similar ________________________________________ What's on Offer • Part time role: 3 days per week • Hybrid working – Cheltenham 1 day a week, 2 days from home • Competitive salary depending on experience • Opportunity to shape and build a high impact finance function • Direct involvement in strategic decision-making and growth planning What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 4774905