Robert Half is partnering with a fast-growing, multi-site SME within the construction sector that has experienced significant expansion over the past 18 months and is continuing on a strong growth trajectory.

As part of this evolution, the business is seeking an Interim Financial Controller to provide immediate leadership and support to the finance function during a period of transition and scale.

This is a high impact, hands on role, ideal for someone who enjoys operating across both strategic and operational finance.

Based in Kendal, onite 4 days a week, 1 day WFH.

The Role:

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, with a dotted line into a wider group finance function, you will:

• Take ownership of the day to day finance function
• Provide leadership and support to an established Finance Manager and small team
• Oversee monthly management accounts, reporting, and forecasting
• Ensure accuracy and robustness of financial reporting for senior stakeholders
• Review and enhance budgeting and financial planning processes
• Deliver meaningful commercial insight to support business decision-making
• Maintain and improve financial controls, processes, and systems
• Oversee payroll and transnational finance where required

This role will suit someone comfortable getting into the detail, while also operating at a senior, strategic level.

Essential:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role
• Strong technical and reporting expertise
• Experience managing and developing finance teams
• Comfortable in a hands on, SME environment

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive, driven, and adaptable
• Commercially minded with strong analytical capability
• Confident communicator, able to influence senior stakeholders
• Comfortable working in a growing and evolving business

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