Interim Group Financial Controller

Michael Page; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Umbrella company engagement

Initial 6-month contract

Job summary

Michael Page is assisting in a Cardiff-area search for an Interim Group Financial Controller. The role focuses on overseeing financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and guiding strategic decision-making during a major ERP implementation.

Hybrid working 2–3 days in the office, daily rate via umbrella, initial 6 months with potential for extension or permanent hire. The successful candidate will manage consolidation, budgeting, cash flow, controls, and external audits while developing

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and group reporting experience.
• Experience leading finance in a complex organisation; manufacturing experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Group Finance function with timely, accurate reporting.
• Oversee month-, quarter-, and year-end close processes.

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualified

Group reporting

ERP implementation experience

Manufacturing exposure

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

This Interim Group Financial Controller position in commuting distance of Cardiff and will cover a vacant permanent role until the Perm hire is concluded. There is an opportunity for the role going T2P for the right person.

Client Details

This role is with a large company in commuting distance of Cardiff.

Description

The Group Financial Controller plays a pivotal role in the success of the business.

The role will focus on overseeing financial operations and ensuring accurate reporting. You'll play a key part in keeping the company's finances organised and supporting strategic decision-making.

The business are also in the middle of a large ERP installation, of which the Group FC will be responsible for getting over the line and ensuring that all systems and controls are embedded in the system.

The role will include;

• Lead the Group Finance function, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes.
• Produce consolidated management accounts and board reporting packs.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.
• Ensure robust financial controls, governance and compliance procedures are maintained.
• Manage external audit processes and statutory reporting requirements.
• Lead and develop a team of finance professionals across multiple disciplines.
• Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to drive business performance.
• Provide insight into manufacturing performance, margins, costs and profitability.
• Review stock controls, inventory valuation and working capital management.
• Drive continuous improvement across finance systems, reporting and processes.
• Support strategic business projects, investment decisions and operational initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all tax, VAT and regulatory requirements.
• Deliver financial analysis and performance reporting to senior leadership.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Finance Director/CFO and wider executive team.

Profile

A successful Interim Group Financial Controller should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience in group reporting.
• Proven ability to manage financial operations in a complex organisation.
• Experience in the Manufacturing sector ideally but others will be onsidered.
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with stakeholders at various levels.
• It would be advantageous if you have significant systems/ERP install experience

Job Offer

• Daily rate between £450 and £550 per day via an umbrella company.
• Hybrid working arrangement. 2-3 days a week in the office
• initial 6 month role with a view to extend or potential to convert to a Perm role