Interim group financial controller

4-6 month interim Bristol role

• Interim Group Financial Controller - Bristol
  
• Start Date: December 2025
  
• Duration: 4-6 months
  
• Pay: Competitive / Market Rate
  
  We are partnering with a leading manufacturing organisation to recruit an Interim Group Financial Controller. This is a critical role for a 4-6-month period while the business appoints a permanent hire.
  
  The Role
  
  
• Act as the primary point of contact for all finance matters at the Bristol site.
  
• Report directly to the Group Finance team, ensuring alignment with group policies and reporting standards.
  
• Lead and oversee a small site-based finance team, providing guidance and support.
  
• Deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and commentary.
  
• Manage statutory reporting, compliance, and audit preparation for the site.
  
• Drive improvements in financial controls, processes, and reporting efficiency.
  
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring robust financial planning.
  
• Provide strategic financial insight to site leadership and contribute to decision-making.
  
• Liaise with external auditors and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
  
  Finance Requirements:
  
  
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with strong technical expertise.
  
• Proven experience in group reporting, consolidations, and multi-site operations.
  
• Strong knowledge of statutory compliance and audit processes.
  
• Ability to manage cash flow, working capital, and cost control effectively.
  
• Skilled in financial systems and Excel; experience with ERP systems is advantageous.
  
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
  
  What's on Offer
  
• Immediate start in December.
  
• Competitive day rate or equivalent market salary.
  
• Opportunity to lead finance for a key site during a pivotal period.
  
  

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 reach out to the Hays Bristol senior finance team. 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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