Interim Financial Controller

CMA Recruitment Group is partnering with a well-established, private equity-backed services organisation and is looking for an interim Financial Controller to join them on a 9-month fixed-term contract.

Operating across multiple sectors and delivering essential project-based services nationwide, this is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast-paced, commercially driven environment where finance has real influence. If you enjoy variety, stakeholder exposure and making an impact quickly, this role offers exactly that.

Reporting into the Finance Leadership Team, you will take ownership of high-quality management accounts and deliver meaningful commercial insight that supports both operational and strategic decisions.

• Lead and support the finance team through a period of transition, including the move from Microsoft Dynamics Business Central to Finance and Operations
• Prepare and manage weekly cash flow forecasts, ensuring strong treasury oversight across the wider group
• Maintain tight control of the balance sheet through robust reconciliation processes, identifying and implementing improvements where needed
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business, improving collaboration outside of finance
• Lead on budgeting and forecasting processes, supporting effective business planning
• Manage the financial audit process, ensuring readiness and smooth delivery

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, modelling)
• Confidence partnering with non-finance stakeholders and adding commercial value
• Experience in construction, property services or project-based/contract environments
• Exposure to Power BI, Power Query or reporting transformation
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (Business Central or Finance & Operations)

CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics.