Interim Financial Controller - Greater Manchester

Financial Controller - 9 month contract

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Role overview:

The Financial Controller will support the Head of Finance in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, overseeing the month-end close process, supporting audit activities, and playing a key role in finance integration initiatives. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and support the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
• Prepare and review management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Assist the Head of Finance with statutory reporting and year-end audit processes, acting as a key point of contact for auditors
• Support finance integration activities, including system, process, and reporting alignment following acquisitions or organisational change
• Maintain and improve financial controls, processes, and documentation
• Partner with stakeholders across the business to ensure accurate financial data and effective communication
• Support ad-hoc analysis and projects as required by the Head of Finance

Candidate profile:

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong experience in month-end close and financial reporting
• Audit experience and familiarity with statutory accounts preparation
• Experience supporting finance integrations or complex environments preferred
• Strong Excel and financial systems skills
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently