Interim Financial controller

Financial Controller – 9 month contract Role overview: The Financial Controller will support the Head of Finance in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, overseeing the month-end close process, supporting audit activities, and playing a key role in finance integration initiatives. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities: * Lead and support the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting * Prepare and review management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules * Assist the Head of Finance with statutory reporting and year-end audit processes, acting as a key point of contact for auditors * Support finance integration activities, including system, process, and reporting alignment following acquisitions or organisational change * Maintain and improve financial controls, processes, and documentation * Partner with stakeholders across the business to ensure accurate financial data and effective communication * Support ad-hoc analysis and projects as required by the Head of Finance Candidate profile: * Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) * Strong experience in month-end close and financial reporting * Audit experience and familiarity with statutory accounts preparation * Experience supporting finance integrations or complex environments preferred * Strong Excel and financial systems skills * Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently