Interim Financial Controller

Interim Financial Controller. 6 Months £600–£650 per day. Cambridgeshire An experienced Interim Financial Controller is required to support a large, well-established UK manufacturing and food production business during a period of transition while the organisation undertakes the recruitment of a permanent appointment. The business operates complex manufacturing and supply chain operations across multiple UK locations and forms part of a wider international group.

Reporting to the Finance Director, the Interim Financial Controller will lead a team of approximately 20 finance professionals, including direct responsibility for tax, treasury, financial accounting and transactional finance. Operating within a large and complex organisation, the role requires a technically strong finance leader who can quickly establish credibility with senior stakeholders and provide hands-on leadership to the finance team.

The organisation is seeking a credible finance leader who can quickly establish themselves with senior stakeholders and provide stability to the finance function during a key period. This is a six-month interim assignment with an immediate start preferred.

Key Responsibilities Lead the central finance operations team, including accounts payable, credit control, tax and treasury Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting across the business Oversee preparation of statutory accounts and group reporting requirements Maintain robust financial controls, governance and compliance Manage relationships with internal and external auditors Oversee working capital management and cash flow forecasting Support the Finance Director and leadership team with financial insight and reporting Provide stability and leadership to the finance team during a period of transition Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be: A fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) An experienced Financial Controller or senior finance leader Technically strong in financial and statutory reporting Comfortable operating within large or complex organisations A credible people leader, able to quickly engage and motivate teams Available to start at short notice The Opportunity This assignment offers the opportunity to play a key leadership role within a major UK manufacturing organisation, supporting the business through an important period of transition.