Interim Financial Controller | PE Backed Fintech | 6-Month contract

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative fintech scale-up is seeking an Interim Financial Controller to lead their finance team during a critical growth phase. This exciting 6-month contract role offers the chance to work closely with the CFO and ensure the smooth running of financial operations. You will oversee the audit process and manage a dedicated team, making a significant impact on the company's success. If you have experience in fintech and are ready for a challenging interim role, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a company at the forefront of digital payments and contribute to their dynamic growth!

Qualifications

• Experience as a Financial Controller in fintech or financial services.
• Strong background in managing audit processes and finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the audit process effectively.
• Oversee the finance function to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Financial Management

Audit Process Management

Communication Skills

Interim Management

Education

ACCA/ACA Qualification

Degree in Finance or Accounting

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02.05.2025

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16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Interim Financial Controller | PE Backed Fintech Scale Up | 6-Month contract

Harmonic is delighted to be working exclusively with a revolutionary fintech scale-up in the digital payments space. This role sits outside IR35 and is a 6-month contract to assist with an especially busy period.

The Client

Our client is at the forefront of the fintech world shaking up the payments and digital wallet sector. Following significant fundraising last year, they have continued to rapidly grow and expand their customer base and have decided to take on an interim FC to support the finance team.

The Role

Reporting directly into the CFO you will be responsible for ensuring and overseeing the smooth running of the finance function and ensuring a smooth audit process. The finance team is 5 strong and you will be in charge of overseeing high quality and efficient work ahead of the audit. The perfect candidate will be an experienced FC with a background in fintech/financial services and experience covering interim roles.

Duties

• Effectively leading and managing the Audit process
• Act as a point of contact for everything Audit related
• Overseeing the smooth operation of the finance function
• Ensure accuracy and quality in work of the finance team
• Ad-Hoc projects supporting the CFO
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Contracting experience

Bonus Experience

• Specific Payments/Wallets industry expertise
• Immediately available
• PE-backed experience

Contract Length: 6 months (Open to extension)

At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.