Interim Financial Controller

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK business is looking for an Interim Financial Controller in Basingstoke. You will oversee critical financial operations including statutory accounting and reporting within a dynamic and growing multi-billion turnover company. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact and progress towards a Finance Director role.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background and proven experience leading a sizable finance team.
• Expertise in financial reporting and balance sheet processes.

Responsibilities

• Support balance sheet accounting and assurance.
• Manage statutory accounting and reporting.
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements.
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes.

Skills

Financial reporting

Balance sheet control

Compliance

People management

Data management

Education

ACA Qualified or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

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Interim Financial Controller, Basingstoke

Client: We Do Group

Location: Basingstoke, UK (outskirts of Reading, 5-minute drive)

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 06.06.2025

Expiry Date: 21.07.2025

Job Description:

Overview: If you're seeking an interim role where you can make an impact, work with great people, and add value, this opportunity is for you! Join a fast-growing and innovative UK business.

About the Role: Based near Reading, this position offers an exciting chance within a multi-billion turnover company. We seek a dynamic individual who can contribute immediately and add value.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support balance sheet accounting and assurance
• Manage statutory accounting and reporting
• Oversee systems and process transformations
• Lead compliance, risk management, and controllership
• Prepare and publish timely monthly financial statements
• Assist with budget preparation, forecasts, and variance analysis
• Coordinate regulatory reporting
• Research and resolve technical accounting issues
• Lead month-end and year-end closing processes
• Ensure quality control over transactions and reporting
• Manage tax filings and compliance
• Develop business processes and accounting policies
• Maintain balance sheet controls and reconciliations
• Implement processes to improve efficiency and reliability
• Support the development of a high-performing finance team
• Build reports and manage data sets using Excel

Requirements:

• ACA Qualified or equivalent with strong academic background
• Proven experience leading a sizable finance team
• Strong expertise in financial reporting, balance sheet control, and processes

Your Profile:

• People-centric, passionate about financial accounting
• Willing to commute to Basingstoke 2-3 days a week

Competitive daily rate of £450-£500, based on experience.

Join us in shaping a world-class finance function and advancing your career towards a Finance Director role.