Job Description
Interim Financial ControllerUK Financial Services | Transformation Environment
The Opportunity A high‑impact interim role for a senior finance professional to own and safeguard financial reporting during a critical transformation phase. Youll act as the accountable owner of reported results, providing confidence, control and leadership across the finance function.
Key Responsibilities
Full ownership of financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, robustness and compliance with UK GAAP
Delivery of monthly management accounts and statutory accounts, including leading audit engagement
Treasury and cashflow management: forecasting, liquidity oversight and cash controls
Maintaining a strong control, governance and audit framework; drafting technical accounting papers for senior committees
Close partnership with FP&A to align actuals, budgets and forecasts; ownership of entity and business‑unit financial statements
Active contribution to finance transformation, systems enhancement and automation initiatives
Responsible for a team of 4
About You
Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Strong, hands‑on UK GAAP statutory reporting background
Proven experience leading finance teams and operating at senior stakeholder level
Strong systems experience
Pragmatic, delivery‑focused and confident in an interim / change environment
Background in financial services
Why Apply
True ownership and visibility at senior level
Play a key role in a live finance and systems transformation
Hands‑on, impactful work with immediate responsibility
Location & Commitment
2-3 days per week on‑site
Interim assignment
Ideal for experienced Financial Controllers looking for a senior, delivery‑led interim role with real influence.
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