Interim Financial Controller

Location: Saxmundham

We are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join a well-established manufacturing business during a key period of change and transformation. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for the financial control environment, cash management, statutory reporting, and the ongoing development of finance processes and controls. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Director and wider leadership team to ensure robust financial governance, accurate reporting, and effective business partnering across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing financial controls team.
• Take ownership of cashflow management, forecasting and variance analysis, ensuring strong visibility and no unexpected risks.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable and working capital performance in partnership with shared service and operational teams.
• Maintain and enhance financial controls, ensuring compliance with group standards and best practice.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement stronger, more efficient financial procedures.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and reporting cycles, ensuring delivery of accurate and timely financial information.
• Produce year-end reporting and act as key contact for internal and external auditors.
• Support capital investment analysis and post-investment reviews.
• Partner with operational departments to ensure financial implications are understood, accurately reported and effectively managed.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and provide commercial and financial support to senior leadership.

About You We are looking for a proactive finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management skills.

You will have:

• A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Previous experience operating at Financial Controller level.
• Strong cashflow management and forecasting expertise.
• Experience managing and developing finance teams.
• Knowledge of group reporting and corporate governance requirements.
• Background within a manufacturing, FMCG or similar operational environment.
• A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to strengthen processes and controls.

What's on Offer?

• Immediate opportunity to make a significant impact within a reputable business.
• A varied and commercially focused interim assignment.
• Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic projects.
• Competitive daily rate or fixed-term salary depending on engagement structure.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller available at short notice who enjoys improving controls, driving performance, and supporting business growth in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.