Interim Financial Controller

Axon Moore; Swillington Common; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an Interim Financial Controller for a 3-6 month assignment starting in January. This role involves establishing a robust financial control environment, managing financial reporting, and leading the finance team. The ideal candidate should have a professional accounting qualification, strong technical expertise, and prior experience in financial services or professional services. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Experience in a financial services or professional services environment.
• Proven history of consolidating group accounts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee finance team for robust controls.
• Manage month-end close and prepare management accounts.
• Ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements.
• Prepare month-end files and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Liaise with auditors for statutory accounts preparation.
• Perform group consolidation.
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies.

Skills

Technical accounting expertise

Financial reporting

Process improvements

Leadership

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Job description

Axon Moore is supporting a leading Financial Services business based in East Leeds with the appointment of an Interim Financial Controller.

This is a high-profile role responsible for establishing a strong financial control environment and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records across the group. You will work closely with the Board and senior leadership team, providing clear financial insight and support during this interim period.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and overseeing the finance team to ensure robust financial controls and accurate reporting
• Ownership of the full group month-end close and preparation of group management accounts
• Responsibility for all financial reporting requirements
• Preparation of month-end files and associated balance sheet reconciliations
• Liaising with external auditors and supporting the preparation of statutory accounts
• Group consolidation
• Driving process improvements and efficiencies

The ideal candidate will have:

• A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)
• Strong technical accounting expertise, preferably within a group or head office environment
• Previous experience within Financial Services or Professional Services would be preferred
• Experience of consolidating group accounts

This is a 3-6 month interim assignment requiring a January start.

If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply as soon as possible.

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