Interim Financial Controller

Michael Page; England (AR); On-site; USD 100,949 - 123,382; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exposure to a professional and collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller for a 3-5 month assignment in Newcastle. The role involves overseeing financial operations within a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance with standards, and leading a finance team. Candidates should have a professional accounting qualification, strong technical knowledge, and proven experience in finance management. The position offers a competitive daily rate ranging from £405 to £495, providing a collaborative and professional setting.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulations.
• Experience in managing and developing finance teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders effectively.
• Proficiency in relevant financial software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial reporting and accounting operations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies.
• Prepare and present financial statements and management accounts.
• Manage cash flow and forecast financial performance.
• Support the budgeting process and provide financial insights.
• Collaborate with external auditors and manage audit processes.
• Identify process improvements to enhance financial efficiency.
• Lead and guide the finance team to achieve operational goals.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulations

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders

Experience in managing and developing finance teams

Education

Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Relevant financial software

Job description

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We are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join a fast paced environment for an exciting business in Newcastle. The successful candidate will oversee financial operations and ensure compliance with regulatory and financial standards.

The organisation is a well-established entity within the North East. Operating as part of a small-sized team, it provides a challenging yet rewarding environment for its employees. They are looking for an experienced Interim Financial Controller for a 3-5 month assignment while they recruit on a permanent basis.

Description

• Oversee all financial reporting and accounting operations within the organisation.
• Improvement systems and accounting practises
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and internal policies.
• Prepare and present financial statements and management accounts.
• Manage cash flow and forecast financial performance.
• Support the budgeting process and provide financial insights to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with external auditors and manage audit processes effectively.
• Identify process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead and guide the finance team to achieve operational goals.

Profile

A successful Interim Financial Controller should have:

• A professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulations.
• Experience in managing and developing finance teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills - excel
• The ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders effectively.
• Proficiency in relevant financial software and tools

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate between £405 and £495.
• Exposure to a professional and collaborative work environment.

If you are a skilled Interim Financial Controller looking for a rewarding opportunity in Newcastle we encourage you to apply.

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Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Temporary

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Accounting