Interim Financial Controller
| Job Type | Contract or Temp |
| Area | Essex, England |
| Sector | Accounting - Financial Controller |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Jill Worrell |
| Job Ref | 702568 |
| Job Views | 5 |
- Description
- Interim Financial Controller (Up to 6 Months)
Location: Harlow (on-site)
Reports to: Group CFO / Group COO
Direct Reports: 4 Accounts Clerks
A dynamic and hands-on Interim Financial Controller is required for a period of up to six months to oversee the finance function of a growing, fast-paced business operating in the construction and logistics sectors. This interim role has become available due to a systems implementation and business integration project which has led to the secondment of the current Financial Controller.
This is an operationally focused position suitable for a highly experienced and qualified finance professional who can provide stability, leadership, and continuous improvement during a period of change. The successful candidate must have demonstrable expertise in financial reporting, controls, team management, and process development, ideally within an SME or entrepreneurial environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a small Finance Team, providing day-to-day support and direction.
- Provide strong support to management and the Group CFO and COO.
- Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts, including all associated bookkeeping.
- Maintain robust balance sheet control, including monthly reconciliations.
- Support monthly board reporting with clear financial insights and commentary.
- Manage cash flow, working capital, and cost controls.
- Oversee payroll function ensuring accuracy and timeliness in a dynamic environment.
- Ensure compliance with all tax and accounting regulations.
- Maintain and enhance financial controls and documentation.
- Manage the annual audit process and statutory accounts preparation.
- Oversee corporation tax computations.
- Responsible for implementing and developing processes within the Finance Function that dovetail with the Sale Intact implementation.
- As required, and time permitting, lend support to the implementation and development of a new finance system.
- Continually review and improve finance processes in line with business growth and integration needs.
- Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with a strong academic background.
- Minimum of 10 years post-qualification experience, ideally within industry/commerce.
- Proven track record as an Interim Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager.
- Significant SME experience, preferably in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial setting.
- Demonstrated ability to implement and develop finance processes within a changing business environment.
- Skilled in team leadership and mentoring.
- Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to interpret financial data effectively.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proactive, flexible, and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
- Energetic, collaborative, and with a sense of humour.