Financial Controller

Interim Financial Controller

Location:

Leicester (3 days on‑site, hybrid)

Contract:

Until the end of 2026

Step in as the right‑hand to the Group Financial Controller for a listed, multi‑site organisation.

This is a highly hands‑on, detail‑first role.

• Step into partially defined processes and establish clear ways of working.
• Balance sheet integrity: own reconciliations, controls, and group reporting support.
• Reporting backbone: support consolidations, statutory reporting, and close out audit queries.
• Technical authority: provide guidance on complex areas, including IFRS 16 and related standards.
• Work closely with a junior team
• Assist ERP/process activity, data validation, and alignment across sites.
• Unblock issues quickly to protect timelines and reporting accuracy.
• Confidence in the numbers: rebuild consistency and credibility ahead of year‑end.

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
• Experience in financial control and reporting (including IFRS 16).
• Proven in complex, fast‑paced, or multi‑site environments—calm under ambiguity.
• Strong on audit support and technical accounting.
• Comfortable getting into the details while providing clear day‑to‑day leadership.
• Track record supporting ERP or system change (useful)