Interim Group Financial Controller

Interim Group Financial Controller Derby | 3 days on site | 6 months FTC (strong potential for extension or temp-to-perm) | PE-backed environment IMMEDIATE START REQUIRED Gleeson are delighted to be working with a large, complex, multi-entity client of ours looking for an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller to provide strong financial leadership during a key phase of growth and transformation. This role requires a technically strong finance leader with the commerciality and confidence to manage a developing team, challenge existing processes, drive efficiencies, and deliver change. Private equity experience is highly preferred and will be prioritised. Key requirements of the Interim Group Financial Controller: Proven team management and leadership experience (essential) Experience within a large, complex organisation (multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation) (essential) Strong technical accounting expertise with a commercial, improvement-focused mindset PE-backed business experience (highly desirable) Able to work 3 days per week on site in Derby (essential) The role: As part of the SLT you'll take ownership of end-to-end financial control across the group, including: Leading and developing the finance teamI nvestor-grade monthly reporting, board packs and statutory accounts Group consolidations and maintaining a robust control environment Tax compliance, audit management and external stakeholder relationships Driving working capital, margin and cash improvements You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience outlined above and a track record of operating at pace in performance-driven environments. A high-impact interim role for a hands-on leader who thrives on driving value and delivering change. For this role, please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without any need sponsorship. Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Derby to accommodate 3 days onsite - this is non-negotiable. CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised.At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data