Interim Financial Controller

Morson Talent; Chorley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Chorley is seeking an Interim Financial Controller to manage financial operations. The role involves overseeing financial reporting, ensuring compliance, and supporting the in-housing of financial operations. Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with experience in the renewable energy sector. The position offers a stimulating work environment focused on growth and development.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Experience in renewable energy or solar installation.
• Knowledge of project-based accounting and cost tracking.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and annual financial close processes.
• Prepare statutory accounts according to FRS101.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital.

Skills

Financial management

Project-based accounting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Compliance knowledge

Inventory accounting

ERP systems experience

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification

Tools

SAP

Sage

Job description

Role

Role: Interim Financial Controller

Location: Chorley PR7

Job Type: Interim (9 Months), Full-time

Role Purpose

Morson are partnering with a leading provider of solar panel and battery storage solutions operating across the UK, specialising in residential installations. The business has a strong reputation for customer service and technical excellence and plays a key role in supporting the UK s transition to a low-carbon future.

The Financial Controller will oversee all financial operations, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and strategic insight. This role is critical in providing accurate financial and commercial information, delivering statutory accounts, and managing a smooth audit process.

Finance is currently outsourced to an external provider. A key element of the role will be to help plan and implement the in-housing of finance operations, including the rollout of new systems

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Lead monthly and annual financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare statutory accounts in accordance with FRS101.
• Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital optimisation.

Stock & Inventory Control

• Oversee inventory accounting for solar panels, batteries, and installation materials to ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Collaborate with operational teams to implement robust controls for stock movement, valuation, and reconciliation.

Project Costing & Revenue Recognition

• Support the development of job costing processes.
• Apply percentage-of-completion methods for revenue recognition.
• Monitor project margins and identify cost variances.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Partner with group finance teams for consolidated reporting and planning.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, statutory reporting, and internal policies.
• Oversee the year-end external audit process.
• Maintain and strengthen financial controls.

Team & People

• Support leadership in defining future finance team requirements.
• Oversee financial input from existing team members and liaise with external accountants.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and financial discipline.

What we are looking for

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified accountant.
• Experience within the renewable energy or solar installation sector.
• Knowledge of project-based accounting and cost tracking.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
• Demonstrable hands-on experience in financial management, ideally within construction, energy, or installation services.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition standards and inventory accounting.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Sage).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

If you re looking to bring your technical accounting expertise into a business with exciting growth ambitions and a supportive, collaborative culture, this could be your ideal next move.

To be considered for this fantastic opportunity, you must APPLY NOW, making sure to attach your up-to-date CV.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial telephone interview. If selected from the shortlist, a formal interview process will then begin.