Interim Financial Controller

Handle Recruitment Limited; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global music brand is seeking an Interim Financial Controller for a 3-4 month paternity cover. The role involves managing a team and overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, and systems integration, particularly with Xero. The ideal candidate is ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with proven experience in financial reporting and budgeting tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with Xero accounting software and advanced reporting.
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP/statutory accounts and management reporting.

Responsibilities

• Produce internal and external reports using Xero.
• Develop and maintain budgeting and forecasting templates.
• Act as the go-to expert for resolving system issues.

Skills

Xero

Budgeting

Forecasting

Financial Reporting

Integration

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

Xero

ExpenseIn

Equals

ApprovalMax

Job description

Interim Financial Controller needed for a global music brand! This is a 3-4 month paternity cover that manages a team of 2 and plays a key role in the smooth running of the whole financial reporting function. The business is currently in the mist of a Xero integration process and is therefore looking for someone who has excellent knowledge of the accounting system.

Key responsibilities include -

• Xero-Based Financial Reporting: Take ownership of producing a range of internal and external reports using Xero, with customised reporting mappings, as well as supporting statutory reporting requirements
• Budgeting & Forecasting: Develop and maintain dynamic budget and forecast templates to support financial planning and performance tracking across the business
• Systems Integration & Issue Resolution: Act as the go-to expert for resolving system issues, with a focus on maintaining and improving integrations between Xero and third-party applications such as ExpenseIn, Equals, and ApprovalMax
• Fixed Asset Management: Oversee the implementation and ongoing integration of fixed asset registers within Xero, ensuring accurate depreciation and asset tracking
• Technology-Led Financial Planning: Identify and implement fit-for-purpose budgeting and forecasting tools to reduce reliance on Excel-based processes
• Automated Reconciliation Solutions: Source and implement appropriate Xero add-ons for automated reconciliations

Candidate requirements -

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
• Proven experience working with Xero accounting software, including advanced reporting, integration with third-party tools, and managing system-related tasks
• Strong understanding of UK GAAP/statutory accounts, management reporting, and the ability to prepare external reporting packs, including Notes to the Accounts
• Experience developing and managing budgeting and forecasting tools and templates
• Working knowledge of fixed asset accounting and system integration for tracking and depreciation
• Demonstrated ability to identify, implement, and optimise finance system integrations

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.