Interim Finance Controller

RWE Renewables, Americas; Northampton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business in Northampton is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller for a fixed-term contract. The role involves overseeing financial control, accurate reporting, and leading a finance team. Candidates must be qualified accountants with strong technical knowledge and available immediately. Salary is between £65,000 - £70,000, pro rata for 6-12 months.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance lead is essential.
• Candidates must be immediately available.
• Local residency in Northampton or commutable distance is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
• Deliver accurate management accounts and financial reports.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls.
• Lead and mentor the finance team.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Strong technical accounting knowledge

Commercial acumen

Hands-on role experience

Job description

Interim Financial Controller (FTC) - Up to £70,000
Northampton | Fixed-Term Contract (6-12 months) | £65,000 - £70,000

Are you an experienced Financial Controller looking for your next challenge? We're working with a well-established business in Northampton who are seeking an immediately available interim Financial Controller to join their team on a fixed-term contract basis.
The Role:
As Interim Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in supporting the business through a period of change, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting, and leading a small finance team. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders and be a hands-on part of the month-end process and forecasting cycle.
Responsibilities:

• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes
• Deliver accurate management accounts and financial reports
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Drive process improvements and strengthen internal controls
• Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring deadlines are met
• Liaise with external auditors and advisors

Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Previous experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance lead
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and commercial acumen
• Comfortable in a hands-on role with the ability to hit the ground running
• Must be immediately available
• Must live locally to Northampton or within commutable distance

The Offer:

• Salary: £65,000 - £70,000 (pro rata)
• Fixed-term contract: 6-12 months
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact during a key phase of business transition