Interim Group Financial ControllerBristol (Hybrid) Competitive Day Rate 6-Month Initial Contract Immediate Start PreferredHays Senior Finance are partnering with a highly successful and growing business to appoint an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller.This is a hands-on leadership role, supporting the CFO and wider leadership team through a critical period of growth, reporting enhancement and financial transformation. We're seeking a commercially minded finance leader who can quickly get up to speed, provide technical expertise and bring strong financial control across a multi-entity environment.### Key Responsibilities* Own group reporting, consolidations and board reporting packs* Manage statutory accounts and external audit delivery* Drive improvements in controls, reporting processes and governance* Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management* Lead and develop the finance team* Partner with senior stakeholders across the business* Support M&A, integration and acquisition-related projects where required* Ensure compliance and relevant statutory requirements* Manage a team of 4, reporting to Group CFOAbout You* Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA* Previous Group Financial Controller, Head of Finance or Finance Director experience* Strong group reporting and consolidation expertise* Experience operating within multi-entity environments* Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business* Able to balance strategic oversight with hands-on delivery* Available immediately or at short notice (within 1 week)Desirable Experience* Private equity-backed businesses* Manufacturing, engineering, industrial or project-led environments* Finance transformation and systems improvement projects* M&A, acquisitions and integration activityWhat's on Offer?* High-profile interim assignment with significant CFO exposure* Opportunity to make a visible impact from day one* Hybrid working arrangement* Competitive day rate* Potential for contract extensionFor a confidential discussion, please contact:Charles MaidmentBusiness Director | Hays Senior Finance Bristol & Bath #J-18808-Ljbffr
Interim Group Financial Controller employer: The CFO HQ
Brent Council is an exceptional employer that prioritises strategic financial leadership and offers a collaborative work culture focused on community impact. Employees benefit from professional growth opportunities, a commitment to long-term sustainability, and the chance to influence significant projects within the Neighbourhoods & Regeneration and Finance & Resources directorates. Working here means being part of a dedicated team that values technical excellence and commercial acumen in a supportive environment.
