Job Description
Financial Controller (Interim) - £450 a day - Central London/hybrid/One day travel to Essex
My client, a facilities management company is looking to hire an experienced and proactive InterimFinancial Controller to lead the end-to-end finance function for an initial 3 months with the possibility of extending. This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring financial accuracy, integrity, and insight to support the company's continued growth and strategic decision-making.
Key Responsibilities:
* Financial Reporting & ComplianceTake full ownership of the monthly management accounts, P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting across all group entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with UK GAAP.
* Core Finance OperationsOversee daily financial operations including payroll, accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns. Ensure strong internal controls, streamlined processes, and effective cash flow management.
* Financial Planning & AnalysisDeliver meaningful financial analysis and commentary to senior leadership. Translate financial results into actionable insights and recommendations to drive profitability and operational efficiency.
* Budgeting & ForecastingLead the annual budgeting and forecasting process in collaboration with operational teams. Monitor performance against targets, identifying variances and risks, and advising on corrective actions.
* Strategic Projects & Process ImprovementContribute to business-wide initiatives including finance systems upgrades, automation of key processes (e.g. AP automation), commercial contract evaluation, and other strategic projects aligned with company objectives.
Key skills:
* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
* Proven experience in a similar financial controller role, ideally within a multi-entity/group structure.
* Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and core finance processes.
* Excellent analytical, commercial, and communication skills.
* Demonstrated ability to lead and improve finance functions in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
* Experience with finance software and a proactive approach to process automation and improvement.
Broadstone Resourcing Ltd acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business and all appointments will be made on merit alone.