Interim Group Financial Controller

Interim Group Finance Controller | Banking / Financial Services | 6–12 Month Assignment

• Duration: 6 months
• Location: UK-based, hybrid with some on-site presence
• Start: ASAP

We are supporting a well-regarded UK banking/fintech group in recruiting an Interim Group Finance Controller to lead the delivery of year-end reporting and the Group audit, alongside broader finance leadership responsibilities.

This is a high-profile role, reporting into the Finance Director, providing technical and commercial finance expertise at a senior level during a critical period of reporting, control and business activity.

• Own the Annual Report & Accounts, subsidiary financial statements, and other external reporting obligations (e.g., Pillar 3 reporting).
• Lead the Group’s external audit (EY), managing day-to-day auditor relationships.
• Maintain and advise on the Group’s accounting policies, including technical accounting matters (e.g., IFRS 9 ECL provisions).
• Prepare Board Audit Committee papers and presentations.
• Oversee treasury accounting, including hedge accounting.
• Drive improvements in processes and controls, including exit readiness and support for the Finance Director and Head of Controls in maturing the finance risk/control landscape.
• Support ad hoc projects such as product development, M&A, capital transactions, automation/AI initiatives.

• Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA with extensive post-qualification experience.
• Experience in plc-level group reporting.
• Banking, financial services or fintech experience with exposure to sector-specific accounting issues.
• Strong experience preparing Board-level presentations and papers.
• Proven track record in improving and maturing controls and processes; SOX-level experience is a plus.
• Collaborative, senior stakeholder management skills; able to influence discussions and act as a role model to junior team members.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, balancing multiple priorities effectively.

This is a confidential and high-impact interim role at a business with a strong growth trajectory and exposure to exciting strategic projects.

📩 For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact me directly.