Interim Group Financial Controller

Interim Group Financial Controller Gloucestershire (3–4 days on-site, including 1 day in London) 9-Month Contract £400–£500 per day (Inside IR35) We are supporting a growing, private equity-backed creative / project-led business with the appointment of an experienced Interim Financial Controller to support the finance function through a period of transformation and growth. Working closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, the role will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while helping improve reporting, controls and commercial visibility across the business. The environment is fast-paced, entrepreneurial and hands-on, suiting somebody comfortable operating across both strategic and operational finance. Key responsibilities: Overseeing the month-end close and management reporting process Managing and developing a small finance team in 2 locations Improving financial controls, processes and reporting accuracy Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management Business partnering with operational and commercial stakeholders Assisting with audit preparation and statutory requirements Supporting ongoing systems/process improvement initiatives Providing financial insight to support decision-making across the business The successful candidate will ideally: Be ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified Have previous experience as an Interim Financial Controller or senior finance lead Be comfortable within a growing SME or PE-backed environment Possess strong stakeholder management and communication skills Be hands-on, adaptable and commercially minded Be happy operating in a hybrid environment with regular on-site presence Experience within creative, agency, project-led, media, production, technology or services environments would be advantageous