Interim Group Financial Controller

Axon Moore; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consultancy firm is seeking an Interim Group Financial Controller based in Nottingham. This hands-on role involves leading the month-end process and driving improvements in financial controls for a fast-paced, PE-backed business during a transformation period. Ideal candidates should be qualified accountants with strong technical skills and proven experience in a similar role, capable of supporting operational finance effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating at Group FC level in a PE-backed or high-growth business.
• Experience of consolidations and multi-entity reporting required.
• Ability to drive process improvement and support transformation agendas.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the month-end close and consolidation process.
• Preparation and review of management accounts.
• Oversight of group reporting and board pack preparation.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Data accuracy

Communication skills

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Interim Group Financial Controller based in Nottingham with an element of hybrid working. 6 months, outside IR35. Circa £500 to £650 per day depending on relevant experience.

We are seeking a hands-on and commercially astute Interim Group Financial Controller to join a fast-paced, PE-backed business during a period of change and transformation. Reporting to the CFO, this role will lead the month-end process, drive improvements in financial controls and reporting, and provide key insight into cost base movements, variances and accruals. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical rigour alongside a pragmatic approach to supporting operational finance.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the month-end close and consolidation process across multiple entities
• Preparation and review of management accounts, including variance analysis against budget and forecast
• Review and challenge of accruals, prepayments and cost allocations
• Analysis of cost base trends and drivers, with clear communication of risks and opportunities
• Oversight of group reporting and board pack preparation for internal and external stakeholders
• Support ongoing finance transformation initiatives, including systems/process improvement and automation
• Strengthen financial controls, reporting timelines and governance
• Liaise with auditors, tax advisors and other external parties as required
• Manage and support a small finance team, ensuring deliverables are met to a high standard

Duties

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience operating at Group FC level, ideally within a private equity-backed or high-growth business
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, with experience of consolidations and multi-entity reporting
• Confident working with large data sets, with a focus on accuracy and insight
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and support transformation agendas
• Proficient with Excel and ERP systems
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with senior stakeholders and non-finance teams

Desirable

• Experience working in a leveraged, private equity environment
• Exposure to cash flow forecasting and covenant reporting
• Previous interim experience and ability to hit the ground running in a project-driven environment

Please send a CV for immediate consideration, shortlisting imminently.