<p>Robert Half Finance and Accounting are exclusively partnering with a leading Management Consultancy in London who are looking to recruit an immediate, qualified interim Financial Controller for 6-9 months.</p><p><strong>Role:</strong></p><p>Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, qualified Financial Controller for a 6 month contract and as part of this role you will be responsible for the following duties:</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of four </li><li>Oversee the daily operations of AP, AR, and Payroll functions across multiple regions.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate processing of transactions and compliance with internal controls. Revenue Reporting & Forecasting</li><li>Oversee the preparation and analysis of revenue reporting.</li><li>Collaborate with client management alongside our business performance analyst to forecast revenue and identify variances. Balance Sheet Management</li><li>Oversee the team to maintain and reconcile the balance sheet, ensuring accuracy and completeness. </li><li>Support month-end and year-end close processes. Compliance & Controls</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.</li><li>Support external auditors with timely and accurate information.</li><li>Ensure tax compliance across regions. Monthly reporting</li><li>Lead the preparation and delivery of the monthly financial reporting pack for the board, including variance analysis and key performance indicators.</li><li>Collaborate with department heads to gather financial data and ensure accuracy in reporting.</li><li>Oversee the month-end close process and ensure timely and accurate financial statements.</li><li>Provide insightful commentary and recommendations based on financial results.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. </li></ul><p><strong>Profile:</strong></p><p>The ideal candidate for this interim Financial Controller role will be a qualified accountant CA, ACA or ACCA who has proven experience in financial controls. You will be confident leading a team of 4 and managing multiple P&Ls. </p><p>You must be immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role. </p><p><strong>Client:</strong></p><p>This is a prestigious global Management Consultancy, known for delivering high-quality strategic solutions across multiple industries. Based in Central London, the role offers a hybrid working arrangement with 3 days per week in the office.</p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits:</strong></p><p>This interim Financial Controller role will be paying circa £400-450 per day, dependant on experience. </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/TWFyeS5PUmlvcmRhbi42MzA0Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p data-start="429" data-end="773">Robert Half are exclusively partnering with a well-established and growing business that plays a critical role in the UK's infrastructure and logistics sector. Supporting large-scale transport operations, this organisation is part of a wider international group, delivering essential services across complex and highly regulated environments.</p><p data-start="775" data-end="987">The finance team is close-knit, collaborative, and commercially minded - offering the successful candidate an excellent opportunity to take ownership, build confidence, and progress within a supportive structure.</p><h3 data-end="1012" data-start="994"><strong data-start="998" data-end="1010">The Role</strong></h3><p data-end="1336" data-start="1013">We're looking for a <strong data-end="1057" data-start="1033">Financial Accountant</strong> with strong technical accounting skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to thrive in a hands-on role. Reporting into the Head of Finance, this person will be key to ensuring accurate financial reporting, audit readiness, and continuous improvement of internal processes.</p><p data-end="1579" data-start="1338">This role would suit a recently qualified ACA or ACCA accountant from a mid-sized practice, particularly someone with experience auditing businesses in the £40-60m turnover range, and looking to make their first or second move into industry.</p><h3 data-end="1616" data-start="1586"><strong data-end="1614" data-start="1590">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-start="1617" data-end="2321"><li data-start="1617" data-end="1703"><p data-start="1619" data-end="1703">Own and manage the balance sheet, ensuring reconciliations are timely and accurate</p></li><li data-end="1786" data-start="1704"><p data-end="1786" data-start="1706">Post and review key journals including accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets</p></li><li data-start="1787" data-end="1873"><p data-start="1789" data-end="1873">Produce monthly management accounts with detailed commentary and variance analysis</p></li><li data-start="1874" data-end="1947"><p data-end="1947" data-start="1876">Support the year-end close process and statutory accounts preparation</p></li><li data-start="1948" data-end="2007"><p data-start="1950" data-end="2007">Liaise with auditors and lead on audit file preparation</p></li><li data-end="2079" data-start="2008"><p data-end="2079" data-start="2010">Ensure financial compliance with IFRS and group reporting standards</p></li><li data-end="2164" data-start="2080"><p data-end="2164" data-start="2082">Identify and implement improvements in financial processes, systems and controls</p></li><li data-start="2165" data-end="2250"><p data-start="2167" data-end="2250">Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis to support wider commercial decision-making</p></li><li data-start="2251" data-end="2321"><p data-end="2321" data-start="2253">Collaborate cross-functionally with operations and other key teams</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2350" data-start="2328"><strong data-start="2332" data-end="2348">Your Profile</strong></h3><ul data-end="2880" data-start="2351"><li data-start="2351" data-end="2419"><p data-end="2419" data-start="2353">ACA or ACCA qualified - ideally trained in a mid-tier audit firm</p></li><li data-start="2420" data-end="2479"><p data-start="2422" data-end="2479">Experience with audits of businesses c.£40-60m turnover</p></li><li data-end="2548" data-start="2480"><p data-end="2548" data-start="2482">Strong understanding of IFRS and technical accounting principles</p></li><li data-start="2549" data-end="2623"><p data-start="2551" data-end="2623">Confident with month-end processes and management accounts preparation</p></li><li data-end="2681" data-start="2624"><p data-end="2681" data-start="2626">Excellent attention to detail and analytical thinking</p></li><li data-end="2772" data-start="2682"><p data-end="2772" data-start="2684">Proficient in Excel; experience with accounting systems such as Dynamics 365 is a plus</p></li><li data-start="2773" data-end="2830"><p data-end="2830" data-start="2775">Proactive, curious, and confident in taking ownership</p></li><li data-start="2831" data-end="2880"><p data-end="2880" data-start="2833">Strong interpersonal and communication skills</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2908" data-start="2887"><strong data-start="2891" data-end="2906">The Package</strong></h3><ul data-end="3160" data-start="2909"><li data-start="2909" data-end="2967"><p data-end="2967" data-start="2911">Salary: <strong data-end="2940" data-start="2919">£55,000 - £65,000</strong>, dependent on experience</p></li><li data-start="2968" data-end="3001"><p data-end="3001" data-start="2970">25 days holiday + bank holidays</p></li><li data-start="3038" data-end="3091"><p data-end="3091" data-start="3040">Office-based 4 days per week </p></li><li data-start="3092" data-end="3160"><p data-end="3160" data-start="3094">Supportive team environment with opportunities to learn and grow</p></li></ul><p data-start="3167" data-end="3323"><strong data-end="3180" data-start="3167">Apply Now</strong><br / data-start="3180" data-end="3183"> If you're a qualified accountant ready to take on a technically rewarding role in a stable, growing business, we'd love to hear from you.</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/cnlhbi50dWNrZXIuMTg0OTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">