<p><strong>Job Specification: Interim Financial Controller</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Nottingham<br /><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Temporary/Interim<br /><strong>Rate/Salary: £350 per day</strong></p><h3 id="about-the-role"><strong>About the Role</strong></h3><p>We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable <strong>Interim Financial Controller</strong> to oversee and manage the financial operations of our organization during a period of transition. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting, providing strong leadership to the finance team, and driving efficiency improvements in processes. This is a critical role requiring a hands-on, proactive approach and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment.</p><h3 id="key-responsibilities"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Financial Reporting & Compliance</strong>: Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with applicable regulations and accounting standards.</li><li><strong>Budgeting & Forecasting</strong>: Prepare, manage, and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow to support decision-making and maintain financial stability.</li><li><strong>Internal Controls</strong>: Review and enhance existing financial controls, ensuring they are robust and in line with best practices.</li><li><strong>Team Management</strong>: Provide leadership and guidance to the finance team, supporting development and ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of financial activities.</li><li><strong>Year-End Preparation</strong>: Oversee year-end audit processes, acting as a key liaison with external auditors and ensuring all requested information is provided accurately and on time.</li><li><strong>Process Improvements</strong>: Identify and implement process efficiency's to improve financial reporting, forecasting accuracy, and overall team productivity.</li><li><strong>Ad Hoc Projects</strong>: Lead or support special projects, such as upgrades to financial systems, integration of acquisitions, or restructuring activities.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Management</strong>: Collaborate with senior leadership and other departments to provide financial insights and recommendations that drive strategic decision-making</li></ul><h3 id="key-requirements"><strong>Key Requirements</strong></h3><ul><li><strong>Education & Qualifications</strong>: <ul><li>Chartered Accountant ACCA, ACA, CIMA. </li><li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, accounting, or similar field.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Experience</strong>: <ul><li>Proven experience in a Financial Controller or similar role, ideally during periods of change or interim leadership.</li><li>Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and audit processes.</li><li>Previous experience in team management and leadership.</li><li>Industry-specific experience (Retail, distribution, wholesale)</li></ul></li><li><strong>Skills & Competencies</strong>: <ul><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge and ability to interpret complex financial data.</li><li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for influencing and collaboration with key stakeholders.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in financial systems and expert Excel skills. </li><li>Ability to adapt quickly, think strategically, and work hands-on when required.</li></ul></li></ul><h3 id="why-join-us"><strong>Why Join Us?</strong></h3><ul><li>Opportunity to have a tangible impact on the organization's financial health and processes.</li><li>Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options if applicable.</li><li>Collaborative and supportive work environment.</li><li>Competitive daily or hourly rate commensurate with experience.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>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.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuODMwMTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Interim Financial Controller - Leicester</strong></p><p><strong>Job Title</strong>: Interim Financial Controller<br /><strong>Location</strong>: Leicester<br /><strong>Contract Type</strong>: Interim, Full-Time<br /><strong>Duration</strong>: Estimated 3-6 months</p><p><strong>Overview</strong>: Our client, a dynamic organization based in Leicester, is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented finance professional to take ownership of financial operations and ensure the smooth running of the finance function during a period of transition. The role requires strong technical expertise, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to drive improvements across financial processes.</p><h3 id="key-responsibilities"><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong>:</h3><ol><li><p><strong>Financial Reporting</strong>:</p><ul><li>Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely monthly management accounts.</li><li>Support with statutory reporting, including the preparation of annual financial statements.</li><li>Maintain robust reporting structures, identifying opportunities for improvement.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Team Leadership</strong>:</p><ul><li>Manage and mentor a small finance team, ensuring they are guided and supported in meeting targets.</li><li>Drive a collaborative team environment to maintain high performance during the interim period.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Cash Flow and Budgeting</strong>:</p><ul><li>Monitor and manage cash flow effectively, ensuring the business meets its commitments.</li><li>Assist with budgeting and forecasting to provide leadership with useful financial insights.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Process Improvement</strong>:</p><ul><li>Review existing systems, processes, and controls, making recommendations for improvements.</li><li>Lead efficiency projects to optimize the financial processes and workflows across the organization.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Business Partnering</strong>:</p><ul><li>Act as a trusted adviser to senior management, delivering actionable insights.</li><li>Provide financial counsel to non-finance stakeholders, communicating complex information effectively.</li></ul></li></ol><h3 id="skills-and-experience-required"><strong>Skills and Experience Required</strong>:</h3><ul><li>Proven experience in a Financial Controller or related senior finance leadership role, ideally in a similar interim capacity.</li><li>ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent.</li><li>Strong technical accounting expertise, including knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS.</li><li>Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to guide and motivate teams.</li><li>Proficiency in financial systems and advanced Excel skills. Experience with [insert client-specific ERP system, if applicable] is advantageous.</li></ul><p>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.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmF5LkJob2phbmkuMTEwOTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half is exclusively partnering with a high-growth, investment-led business in Birmingham to appoint a <strong>Financial Controller</strong>.</p><p>This is a newly created role following a period of sustained expansion and private investment, offering significant exposure to the senior leadership team and a clear route to Finance Director as the business continues its growth trajectory.</p><p>Working closely with the CFO, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, lead a small team, and help shape the financial strategy as the business scales - both organically and through acquisition.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of financial reporting, controls, and month-end close.</li><li>Partner with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning.</li><li>Lead, mentor and develop a small, high-performing finance team.</li><li>Implement process improvements and strengthen financial governance.</li><li>Support the integration of new acquisitions and drive reporting consistency across the group.</li><li>Prepare insightful financial analysis to support commercial decision-making.</li></ul><p><strong>About You:</strong></p><ul><li>ACA qualified, ideally trained in a Big 4 or top-tier accounting firm.</li><li>Looking for a<strong> </strong>first or second move from practice into an ambitious, high-growth business.</li><li>Strong technical grounding in financial reporting and controls, with the confidence to partner at board level.</li><li>Commercially minded, with the ability to balance day-to-day rigour with strategic input.</li><li>Proactive, curious, and driven - someone who wants to make an impact in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.</li></ul><p>This role offers a genuine opportunity to build a career in a dynamic, forward-thinking business backed by ambitious investors.</p><p>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.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGFuaWVsLkdyZWVuZS4wOTE3My4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half Ltd are delighted to be partnering with a dynamic organisation based in Kidlington to recruit a Finance Business Partner. This position is ideal for an individual with strong communication skills and a proactive approach to business partnering.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Act as a trusted strategic partner, analysing and interpreting financial performance to support business objectives</li><li>Operate with transparency and objectivity, constructively challenging senior leaders to ensure sound financial decision making</li><li>Identify and track financial risks, opportunities, and improvement plans within business units</li><li>Work with the Senior Management Team (SMT) to link business strategy, operations, and financial outcomes</li><li>Lead the budget-setting and forecasting process, ensuring alignment with strategic and operational priorities</li><li>Evaluate cost drivers and savings proposals to ensure budgets are realistic, deliverable, and outcome focused</li><li>Collaborate with budget holders to ensure understanding, ownership, and action on financial performance</li><li>Identify and deliver sustainable savings and efficiencies, promoting smarter resource utilisation</li><li>Drive continuous improvement and strengthen financial governance and process effectiveness</li><li>Deliver financial insights that align decisions with long term organisational strategy</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>What they're looking for:</strong></p><ul><li>Qualified (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) or QBE</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management skills, able to build relationships, influence outcomes, and communicate effectively</li><li>Good IT skills including Excel</li></ul><p> </p><p>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.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxsZW4uQ2h1bmcuNzQ5MzQuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
