Bayman Atkinson Smythe
Interim Financial Controller

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We are recruiting an experienced Interim Financial Controller / Senior Finance Manager for a growing, PE-backed engineering and services business undergoing a significant period of change.
Working closely with the Head of Finance, this is more than a BAU cover role. The business needs an experienced, hands-on interim who can take ownership of core reporting and financial control whilst providing additional support around an ERP implementation, process improvement and the development of stronger reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes.
The Role
You Will Take Responsibility For
- Weekly and monthly financial reporting and control
- WIP calculations and associated sales/purchase reporting
- VAT, PAYE, CIS and Reverse Charge VAT compliance
- Year-end accounts and external audit support
- Oversight and support of transactional finance
- Improving finance processes, controls and reporting
- Supporting the implementation of a new ERP system
- Developing budgeting, forecasting and management information
- Supporting the Head of Finance, MD and wider business during a period of growth and change
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We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller, Senior Finance Manager or established interim who combines strong technical accounting and financial control with the ability to improve how a finance function operates.


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You Will Ideally Bring
- Qualified Accountant
- Strong financial reporting and control experience
- Previous ERP implementation/systems change exposure
- A track record of delivering finance process improvements
- Experience within a fast-paced, changing SME environment
- A pragmatic, hands-on approach with the ability to work autonomously
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with senior stakeholders
This is an excellent assignment for an interim who enjoys getting under the skin of a business quickly, maintaining robust financial control whilst helping to deliver meaningful and lasting improvements.
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