Interim Financial Controller

Interim Group Financial Controller 3-6 Month Interim Assignment | £450-£450 per day Umbrella | [Cheltenham / Hybrid] A senior interim opportunity with genuine ownership and direct CFO exposure Robert Half is exclusively supporting an established organisation in the appointment of an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller for an initial 3-6 month assignment. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a key role within the finance leadership team and an opportunity for an experienced interim to step into a broad remit, take ownership and make a visible impact. This isn't a role where you'll simply be producing the numbers. You'll have responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, the quality of financial reporting and controls, and the wider processes that support the business. Assignment details: Duration: 3-6 months Rate: £450-£450 per day Umbrella Location: Cheltenham, GL51 Start: ASAP Reporting to: CFO What you'll be doing: You'll take ownership across the full operational finance function, including: Leading the month-end close and delivery of accurate management accounts across P&L, balance sheet and cashflow Ensuring robust financial controls, reconciliations and balance sheet integrity Leading budgeting, rolling forecasts and scenario planning Providing clear analysis and insight to the CFO and senior leadership team Owning cashflow forecasting and working capital management Overseeing debtor and creditor performance Managing the year-end statutory accounts and external audit Overseeing VAT and wider tax compliance Leading and developing the finance team Improving finance processes, systems, reporting and automation Working closely with operational and commercial stakeholders to improve financial visibility and decision-making Acting as a trusted partner to the CFO and deputising where required What we're looking for You'll be a qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent - with a strong track record in Financial Controller, Group Financial Controller, Head of Finance or a similar senior finance position. More importantly, you'll be someone who can hit the ground running. You'll have: Strong hands-on experience across management accounts and financial control A solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting and cashflow Experience with statutory accounts and audit Proven experience managing and developing finance teams Strong technical accounting knowledge The confidence to work with senior non-finance stakeholders A pragmatic, commercial approach Experience improving processes, systems and reporting The ability to operate independently and take ownership from day one Experience working across multiple entities would be advantageous. Why consider it? For an experienced interim, this is an opportunity to take on a genuine Group FC remit, working directly with the CFO and having influence across the wider finance function. You'll have the scope to get involved in the detail where required, whilst also stepping back to improve controls, reporting, processes and the way finance supports the wider business. If you're an experienced interim FC who enjoys coming into a business, getting up to speed quickly and leaving things in a stronger position, this could be a particularly good fit. If you're available now, coming available shortly, or would like to discuss the assignment confidentially, please don't hesitate to apply. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice. TPBN1_UKTJ