Interim Financial Controller (AR57569)

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software client seeks an Interim Financial Controller in Edinburgh for a 6-month engagement. Key responsibilities include leading ERP implementation, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and overseeing a finance team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with a strong background in fast-growth, private equity-backed environments.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant with ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Experience in private equity-backed or fast-growth environments is advantageous.
• Hands-on experience managing finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the rollout of a new ERP system and improve reporting.
• Own balance sheet management and ensure accuracy.
• Manage and mentor a finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Reporting

Process Improvement

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

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Client:

Eton Bridge Partners Ltd

Location:

edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Our PE backed software client require an Interim Financial Controller for 6 months initially. Reporting into the CFO and with offices near Birmingham the expectation is that you would spend 3 days on site per week. Overnight expenses can be covered if required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the rollout of a new ERP system, embedding best practice processes and improving data integrity and reporting
• Own balance sheet management, ensuring revenue is correctly recognised and reporting is accurate and accessible
• Manage and mentor a small finance team, driving continuous improvement, automation, and greater efficiency
• Oversee cyclical controllership duties, including monthly close, year-end, and audit preparation

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Experience within a B2B or software/tech business is advantageous
• Strong background in private equity-backed or fast-growth business environments
• Hands-on approach with experience managing lean finance teams and engaging confidently with senior stakeholders

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