A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join an established organisation on an initial 3-month temporary contract, with the potential for extension.

This is a hands-on role requiring an experienced finance professional who can quickly become operational, take ownership of the finance function, and provide immediate support across financial reporting, controls, compliance and business partnering activities.

Reporting to senior finance leadership, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely delivery of financial reporting, maintaining robust financial controls, and supporting key business decisions through high-quality financial insight.

This assignment would suit an experienced Financial Controller who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable balancing day-to-day financial management with strategic oversight.

Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

• Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including journals, accruals and reconciliations
• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting packs
• Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with company and group requirements
• Support statutory accounting and audit processes

Financial Control & Compliance

• Maintain general ledger integrity and oversee core accounting activities
• Ensure robust financial controls and compliance procedures are followed
• Monitor accounting treatments including inventory, fixed assets, work-in-progress and revenue recognition where applicable
• Identify financial and operational risks and implement appropriate controls

Cash Flow & Working Capital

• Monitor cash flow, liquidity and working capital performance
• Manage balance sheet accounts including receivables, payables, inventory and provisions
• Support cash forecasting and banking requirements

Systems & Process Improvement

• Ensure effective utilisation of ERP and financial systems
• Drive process improvements and reporting efficiencies
• Support wider finance transformation and improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with tax, statutory and regulatory obligations

Business Partnering

• Act as a key finance contact for operational management and senior stakeholders
• Provide financial analysis and insight to support commercial decision-making
• Work closely with operational teams to improve financial performance and reporting accuracy
• Support and guide finance colleagues where required

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience operating at Financial Controller level
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering, project-based or international businesses is advantageous
• Strong understanding of internal controls, governance and compliance
• ERP systems experience, ideally SAP
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• The ability to work independently and add value from day one

Qualifications

• Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) preferred
• Previous Financial Controller, Senior Management Accountant or Finance Manager experience essential

What's on Offer

• Initial 3-month temporary contract with potential for extension
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a growing business
• Broad Financial Controller remit with exposure to senior stakeholders
• Competitive day rate or hourly rate
• Hybrid working options available