Interim Group Financial Controller — Lead 6-Strong Finance

Hyra; Leeds; On-site; GBP 111,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyra is partnering with a large Yorkshire-based business to appoint an Interim Group Financial Controller on an initial 6-month contract. The role is hands-on leadership, providing stability for a fast-paced environment with immediate availability preferred.

You will lead six direct reports and own group finance, ensuring robust controls, reporting standards and governance while supporting transformation, growth and M&A activity. Based in Yorkshire, travel to the office 3 days per week.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent.
• Experience as Financial Controller or Group Financial Controller in large organisations.
• Experience in high-growth, acquisitive, or transforming businesses.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop six direct reports across Transactional, Financial Accounts and Management Accounts.
• Oversee all aspects of financial control, reporting and compliance across the group.
• Ensure strong financial governance, controls and balance sheet integrity.
• Support business-critical projects and growth initiatives.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to provide insight and challenge as needed.
• Maintain a high-performing finance function during periods of significant activity and change.

Skills

Financial leadership

Financial reporting

Internal controls

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Hyra is partnering with a large Yorkshire-based business to appoint an Interim Group Financial Controller on an initial 6-month contract. The role is hands-on leadership, providing stability for a fast-paced environment with immediate availability preferred.

You will lead six direct reports and own group finance, ensuring robust controls, reporting standards and governance while supporting transformation, growth and M&A activity. Based in Yorkshire, travel to the office 3 days per week.