Financial Controller

Location: Rownhams

Would you like to work for a high-profile, nationally recognised organisation? CMA is partnering with a Southampton based organisation, known for its strong governance, innovation mindset and commitment to continuous improvement, in the recruitment of an experienced interim Financial Controller on an initial 6-month contract.

This is a pivotal leadership role within central finance, offering the opportunity to shape financial control, reporting integrity and systems improvement across a complex and evolving organisation. This assignment would suit a technically strong and forward-thinking finance leader who thrives on driving standards, embedding best practice and developing high-performing teams.

What will the interim Financial Controller role involve?

Leading the central finance function across billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger and cost, inventory and revenue accounting activities
Maintaining and strengthening accounting systems and financial controls to support robust governance and audit readiness
Overseeing month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate and decision-focused reporting for senior stakeholders
Ensuring statutory accounts, management information and tax reporting are compliant with relevant accounting standards, legislation and internal policy
Developing, embedding and communicating financial policies and processes across the organisation, constructively addressing non-compliance where required
Leading, coaching and developing a capable finance team, setting clear direction and building future-focused capability
Suitable Candidate for the interim Financial Controller vacancy:

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong, up-to-date technical accounting expertise
Demonstrable experience leading and developing high-performing finance teams within a complex organisation
Strong background in financial control, statutory reporting and audit, with experience preparing annual reports and accounts to a high standard
Additional benefits and information for the role of interim Financial Controller:

Initial 6-month contract, inside IR35
Day rate achieved will be dependent on experience
Hybrid working model in a well-equipped Southampton office
Exposure to a nationally significant organisation with strong governance standards and an innovation-led agenda
Opportunity to make a tangible impact on financial control, systems development and team capability during a key period of change
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