Intro
Cedar is currently partnered with an international consumer brand to support with the recruitment of an Interim Financial Controller based in South West London. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, paying £85,000-£90,000 + benefits.
The Company
With operations across multiple international markets, this business continues to scale at pace. They combine strong brand presence with a disciplined commercial approach and a high-performing finance team focused on robust controls, compliance, and clear reporting.
The Role
As Interim Financial Controller, you will:
* Lead statutory reporting across all entities, including audits for UK and overseas subsidiaries.
* Act as the main point of contact for external auditors and tax advisers, managing all queries and ensuring timely completion.
* Own all balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and robust evidence for key risk areas.
* Support Finance Business Partners with oversight, challenge, and consistency of reconciliations.
* Manage tax compliance across all entities including corporation tax, VAT, PAYE, and international filings.
* Work with external advisers to identify tax planning opportunities and oversee initiatives such as R&D claims.
* Oversee overhead and capex reporting, ensuring spend discipline and alignment to budgets.
* Prepare and review statutory accounts and supporting schedules under UK GAAP or IFRS.
* Develop and lead the finance team, driving continual improvement in reporting and compliance.
* Support the Group Financial Controller on group structure, intercompany processes, and cross-border reporting requirements.
Your Profile
You will ideally have:
* A recognised accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA/ACCA/CA).
* Strong technical experience in statutory reporting, audit management, and financial control.
* Experience working with multiple entities or international subsidiaries.
* A clear understanding of UK tax compliance; exposure to tax planning initiatives is beneficial.
* Proven leadership capability within a finance team.
* A track record of improving controls, reporting quality, and governance.
* The salary of £85,000-£90,000 represents a fair value or logical progression from your previous package.
Compensation & Benefits
As well as the annual salary of £85k-£90k + benefits, this contract role offers the opportunity to join a high-performing, internationally focused finance function with significant exposure to senior stakeholders.
Their South West London office is well-connected to multiple transport links, and the role is offered on a hybrid basis with c.3 days per week in the office.
The environment is collaborative, commercially driven, and committed to continuous improvement.