Interim Group Financial Controller

Axon Moore; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A fast-paced finance consulting firm in Nottingham seeks an Interim Group Financial Controller for a 6-month contract. This hands-on role involves leading month-end processes, improving financial controls, and analyzing cost trends. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with significant experience at Group FC level in a private equity environment. This position offers £500 to £650 per day depending on experience, with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvement and support transformation agendas.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of the month-end close and consolidation process across multiple entities.
• Preparation and review of management accounts, including variance analysis against budget.
• Support ongoing finance transformation initiatives, including systems/process improvement and automation.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Data analysis

Communication skills

Process improvement

Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

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

Requirements

• 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