Interim Financial Controller

  • Hays
  • Nov 25, 2025
Seasonal Banking Finance

Job Description

Interim Financial Controller - London - c. £110,000 or £550 / day

Your new company
This is a high-impact opportunity for a senior finance professional to take ownership of group reporting and transaction readiness in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment. You'll be the driving force behind preparing the organisation for a successful exit, working directly with the Group Finance Director, CFO and external advisors.
Your new role

  • Lead monthly group consolidation and reporting
  • Prepare investor-ready financial packs and analysis
  • Support vendor due diligence and transaction data prep
  • Liaise with external advisors (audit, tax, legal, DD)
  • Improve reporting systems, controls, and data quality
  • Standardise finance processes across group entities
  • Guide teams to elevate reporting standards
  • Contribute to covenant monitoring and refinancing activities
What you'll need to succeed
  • ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in exit preparation, due diligence, or transaction support
  • Strong technical accounting and group reporting expertise
  • Ability to improve data quality, streamline reporting, and enhance controls
  • Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and external advisors
  • Resilient, delivery-focused, and able to thrive in a high-pressure environment.
What you'll get in return
Alongside the chance to play a pivotal role in a PE exit, you will receive exposure to career advancement, team management and a competitive rate / salary package.
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.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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