Interim Financial Controller

Interim Financial Controller, Birmingham (Hybrid)

A well-established financial services business in Birmingham is hiring an Interim Financial Controller for an initial six month period while a permanent recruitment process takes place. This is a technically strong Financial Controller role in the West Midlands, suited to an experienced finance professional who can step in quickly, take ownership of the numbers and keep the finance function running at pace. The business is open to career contractors and to candidates who would also consider the permanent role, so this is a genuine opportunity to make an impact and potentially stay longer term.

The Role:
As Interim Financial Controller you will own the integrity of the reporting and the rhythm of the finance function, partnering the senior team across this Birmingham financial services business. This is a hands-on Financial Controller position in a regulated environment where technical accuracy, strong controls and reliable reporting matter. You will provide stability and continuity through the interim period and leave the function in a stronger position for whoever takes the permanent seat.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead month-end close and deliver timely, accurate management accounts
- Own statutory reporting and support the year-end audit
- Strengthen financial controls, processes and reconciliations
- Ensure reporting meets the standards expected in a regulated financial services environment
- Manage and support the finance team through the interim period
- Provide clear, board-ready financial information to the leadership team

What You Will Deliver:
- A clean, reliable month-end the leadership team can depend on
- Stronger controls and reporting handed over in good order
- Continuity and stability across the finance function during the transition

What We Are Looking For:
You are a technically strong, qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with solid financial control experience, ideally gained in financial services or another regulated environment.
- Proven month-end and statutory reporting ownership
- Strong technical accounting and financial controls background
- Experience in financial services or a regulated sector an advantage
- Available at short notice for an interim assignment
- Open to a six month contract, with the option of the permanent role for the right person

What The Job Offers:
- Competitive day rate (or salary for candidates open to the permanent role)
- Hybrid working in Birmingham
- An initial six month contract with genuine potential to convert to a permanent appointment

This Interim Financial Controller role may also suit candidates searching for Interim FC, Head of Finance, Financial Controller, Group Financial Controller and Finance Manager roles across Birmingham and the West Midlands.

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