Interim Financial Controller

Michael Page (UK); England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller for a challenging 3-5 month assignment based in Newcastle. This role includes overseeing financial reporting, managing team operations, ensuring compliance, and preparing financial statements. The successful candidate will hold a professional accounting qualification and exhibit strong analytical skills. A competitive daily rate ranging from £405 to £495 is offered along with a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Professional work environment

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulations.
• Experience in managing and developing finance teams.
• Proficiency in relevant financial software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial reporting and accounting operations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies.
• Prepare and present financial statements and management accounts.
• Manage cash flow and forecast financial performance.
• Support the budgeting process and provide insights.
• Lead and guide the finance team to achieve operational goals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication with non-financial stakeholders

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Financial software

Job description

• Fantastic opportunity to work within a fast paced environment
• Based in Newcastle, there is opportunity to flexibly hybrid working

About Our Client

The organisation is a well-established entity within the North East. Operating as part of a small-sized team, it provides a challenging yet rewarding environment for its employees. They are looking for an experienced Interim Financial Controller for a 3-5 month assignment while they recruit on a permanent basis.

Job Description

• Oversee all financial reporting and accounting operations within the organisation.
• Improvement systems and accounting practises
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies.
• Prepare and present financial statements and management accounts.
• Manage cash flow and forecast financial performance.
• Support the budgeting process and provide financial insights to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with external auditors and manage audit processes effectively.
• Identify process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead and guide the finance team to achieve operational goals.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Interim Financial Controller should have:

• A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulations.
• Experience in managing and developing finance teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills - excel
• The ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders effectively.
• Proficiency in relevant financial software and tools

What's on Offer

• Competitive daily rate between £405 and £495.
• Exposure to a professional and collaborative work environment.

If you are a skilled Interim Financial Controller looking for a rewarding opportunity in Newcastle we encourage you to apply.