Interim Financial Controller

HW Finance; Guiseley; On-site; GBP 101,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

HW Finance are supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Leeds as they appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller for an assignment running from September through to the end of the year. This is a hands-on role for someone technically strong who can take ownership of financial accounting, reporting and controls, whilst supporting the wider leadership team through a busy period.

Joining the business as an Interim Financial Controller, you will be with the business for an

Qualifications

• Experience in financial accounting and month-end close processes.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and controls.
• Ability to work independently in a busy manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial accounting and statutory reporting.
• Own financial controls and governance processes.
• Ensure timely month-end and year-end reporting.
• Provide financial insight and analysis to senior stakeholders.
• Review and improve accounting processes and controls.
• Provide leadership within the finance function during a busy period.

Skills

Financial accounting

Financial reporting

Controls and governance

Manufacturing environment

Independent thinker

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

HW Finance are supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Leeds as they look to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller for an assignment running from September through to the end of the year. This is a well-established manufacturing business with real momentum and transformation activity underway.

This is a hands-on role for someone technically strong who can take ownership of financial accounting, reporting and controls, whilst supporting the wider leadership team through a busy period. They are seeking an experienced contractor who is comfortable operating within a traditional manufacturing environment and can quickly add value across financial reporting, accounting and controls. Whilst the finance function is well established, there is scope for someone to bring fresh ideas and improve existing systems and processes.

Joining the business as an Interim Financial Controller, you will be with the business for an expected period of 4 - 6 Months. Offered a daily rate of £550 - £600 per day (or equivalent FTC package circa £120,000 - £120,000).

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing all financial accounting and statutory reporting activities
• Taking ownership of financial controls and governance processes
• Ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end reporting
• Supporting senior stakeholders with financial insight and analysis
• Reviewing and improving existing accounting processes and controls
• Providing leadership within the finance function during a busy period
• Identifying opportunities to enhance reporting and systems efficiency

Candidate Profile

• An experienced Financial Controller or Finance Director
• Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong technically across financial accounting and reporting
• Comfortable working within manufacturing or industrial environments
• Able to work independently and hit the ground running
• Experienced in improving processes and strengthening controls

Assignment Details

• On-site Requirement: 4-5 days per week
• Engagement: Contract Day Rate or Fixed-Term Contract