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Interim Financial Controller

Leeds
£100k – £120k/yr
Posted about 23 hours ago
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HW Finance is supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Leeds as they look to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller for an assignment running from September through to the end of the year. This is a business with real momentum and transformation activity underway.

This is a hands-on role for someone technically strong who can take ownership of financial accounting, reporting and controls, whilst supporting the wider leadership team through a busy period. They are seeking an experienced contractor who is comfortable operating within a traditional manufacturing environment and can quickly add value across financial reporting, accounting and controls. Whilst the finance function is well established, there is scope for someone to bring fresh ideas and improve existing systems and processes.

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Joining the business as an Interim Financial Controller, you will be with the business for an expected period of 4 – 6 Months. Offered a daily rate of £550 - £600 per day (or equivalent FTC package circa £120,000 - £120,000).

Key Responsibilities

  • Overseeing all financial accounting and statutory reporting activities
  • Taking ownership of financial controls and governance processes
  • Ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end reporting
  • Supporting senior stakeholders with financial insight and analysis
  • Reviewing and improving existing accounting processes and controls
  • Providing leadership within the finance function during a busy period
  • Identifying opportunities to enhance reporting and systems efficiency

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Candidate Profile

  • An experienced Financial Controller or Finance Director
  • Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
  • Strong technically across financial accounting and reporting
  • Comfortable working within manufacturing or industrial environments
  • Able to work independently and hit the ground running
  • Experienced in improving processes and strengthening controls

Assignment Details

  • On-site Requirement: 4-5 days per week
  • Engagement: Contract Day Rate or Fixed-Term Contract

Please get in touch with Niamh Hellewell for a confidential discussion.

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Skills

Financial Accounting
Statutory Reporting
Financial Controls
Governance
Month-end Reporting
Year-end Reporting
Financial Analysis
Process Improvement
Stakeholder Management
Manufacturing Accounting

Location

Leeds, England, United Kingdom

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