Immediate-Start Interim Finance Controller for Fast-Paced Distribution

SF Partners; Bradford; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

SF Partners is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to support a £35m turnover distribution business during a surge in demand. This three-month contract requires a hands-on professional who can own key financial duties and operate with minimal supervision.

You will lead year-end processes, coordinate external audits, ensure accurate financial reporting, and provide strong financial control during a busy period. Immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating as a Financial Controller, ideally within an interim or contract capacity.
• Strong technical accounting background, with significant year-end and audit experience.
• Experience within distribution, wholesale or a similar fast-paced environment would be advantageous.
• A proactive, self-sufficient individual who can quickly understand a business and add immediate value.
• Immediately available or able to start at very short notice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the year‑end accounting process.
• Manage audit preparation and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure financial reporting is accurate, timely and compliant.
• Support the wider finance function during a particularly busy period.
• Identify priorities, resolve issues and drive tasks through to completion.
• Provide additional financial control and oversight as required.

Skills

Financial control

Interim contracting

Year-end accounting

Audit coordination

Job description

SF Partners is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to support a £35m turnover distribution business during a surge in demand. This three-month contract requires a hands-on professional who can own key financial duties and operate with minimal supervision.

You will lead year-end processes, coordinate external audits, ensure accurate financial reporting, and provide strong financial control during a busy period. Immediate start preferred.