Interim Financial Controller

A growing SaaS business in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced, hands-on Part-Time Financial Controller for an initial 6-month contract with the opportunity of going permanent to take ownership of the finance function and support the business through its next phase of scale. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment and wants the flexibility of a part-time leadership role.

________________________________________ About the Role As Part-Time Financial Controller, you will lead all core finance activities for this ambitious SME and act as a trusted partner to the CEO. You'll be responsible for delivering accurate reporting, strengthening financial controls, improving processes, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.

This role offers genuine autonomy, flexibility, and the chance to add real value within a tech-driven, growth-focused organisation. ________________________________________

Key Responsibilities
* Full ownership of monthly management accounts, financial reporting and analysis
* Prepare year-end accounts and manage external accountants/auditors
* Oversee cashflow forecasting, budgeting, and scenario planning
* Ensure compliance with VAT, payroll, HMRC reporting and financial controls
* Support revenue recognition and subscription based accounting models (SaaS metrics)
* Provide commercial insight to help shape strategy, pricing, and growth plans
* Lead process improvements and system enhancements across finance
* Support the leadership team with financial modelling and business performance reporting ________________________________________ About You We're looking for a confident, adaptable finance professional who can bring structure, clarity and commercial insight to a scaling tech business. Essential:
* Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE with strong experience
* Experience supporting an SME or scale-up environment
* Strong management accounting and reporting capability
* Excellent cashflow management skills
* Confident with systems and process improvement
* Ability to work independently and take ownership of the finance function Desirable:
* Experience with in a SaaS, tech, or subscription based business
* Experience with accounting systems such as Sage and Xero or similar________________________________________ What's on Offer
* Part time role: 3 days per week
* Hybrid working - Cheltenham 1 day a week, 2 days from home
* Competitive salary depending on experience
* Potential of a future permanent position
* Direct involvement in strategic decision-making and growth planning What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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