Interim Financial Controller

Interim Financial Controller/ Finance Director

Contract Type:
Interim Contract (3–6 months, with potential extension)

Location:

Reading (Hybrid – up to 3 days per week onsite)

Start Date:

1 July 2026

A PE-backed professional services group is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director to support one of its recently acquired businesses during a key period of growth and integration.

The acquired business generates approximately £5m in annual revenue and forms part of a wider buy-and-build platform backed by a leading private equity investor. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, you will take ownership of the finance function, leading a small on-site team of two finance professionals while acting as a trusted partner to local leadership and the wider group.

This is a hands‑on role within a lean finance environment (two direct reports, a Management Accountant and a Cashier), requiring someone who can quickly establish credibility, deliver accurate reporting, and provide commercial insight during an important transition period.

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts.
• Produce departmental reporting and key business performance metrics.
• Manage month‑end close and reporting into the wider group.
• Provide analysis and insight to support operational and strategic decision‑making.
• Maintain robust financial controls, governance, and compliance processes.
• Oversee VAT reporting and statutory requirements.
• Partner with senior stakeholders across the acquired business and group.
• Support ongoing integration and process improvement initiatives.

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Previous experience as a Finance Director, Financial Controller, or senior finance leader within an SME or mid‑market business.
• Strong management reporting and financial control experience.
• Comfortable leading a small team whilst remaining hands‑on operationally.
• Professional services experience advantageous but not essential.
• Audit‑trained candidates will be viewed favourably.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Available to start on or around 1 July 2026.

The process will be fast‑moving, with a maximum of two interview stages.

If you feel you align with the above, please apply. Given the number of applicants, we may struggle to provide feedback to all unsuccessful applicants.