Interim Financial Controller

We’re currently working with a leading financial services business that is looking to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller on an initial 4-month contract. This is a hands-on opportunity for a qualified accountant to take ownership of an established finance function while supporting a period of systems, process and technology transition. The successful candidate will work closely with the wider finance team to ensure a smooth transition, maintain strong financial controls and bring greater structure and transparency to the existing processes. Key Responsibilities: * Take ownership of the Financial Controller function and day-to-day finance processes * Oversee monthly revenue accounting and month-end close * Review and maintain balance sheet controls and revenue analysis * Support the transition to a new technical ledger * Assist with the integration of the ledger into Workday * Review, refine and document existing finance processes and policies * Provide greater governance and transparency around revenue accounting * Work closely with the existing finance team throughout the transition and handover * Support wider finance activities including reporting, budgeting and systems-related projects where required About You: * ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualified accountant * Strong background within a Financial Controller, Financial Accountant or Technical Accounting position * Experience across revenue accounting, month-end and balance sheet controls * Lloyd's, insurance broking or IBA experience highly desirable * Good understanding of technical ledgers and financial processes * Experience with finance systems, system implementations or process improvement would be beneficial * Highly organised with strong attention to detail * Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of a function * Able to build effective relationships and work collaboratively with an established finance team * Resilient and comfortable working in a changing environment