Financial Controller
UK & US Consultancy | Hybrid Working (London HQ)
£70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus & benefits
A dynamic, mid-sized international consultancy with a growing presence across the UK and US is seeking a talented Interim Financial Controller to join its high-performing finance team. With a blue-chip client base and an ambitious culture, this role has become available due to continued growth of the business, leading to promotion and restructure of the finance team.
Key Responsibilities of the Financial Controller
- Lead month-end close – Ensure accurate and timely production of monthly financial results and reports.
- Team leadership & development – Manage and mentor a small team, supporting their professional growth.
- Handover and mentorship - Allow the Finance Director to step away from the detail as they focus on their new strategic responsibilities
- Enhance controls & processes – Drive the development, implementation, and maintenance of robust financial controls.
- Ensure compliance – Oversee legal, tax and regulatory obligations, maintaining high standards of integrity.
- Strong technical expertise – In-depth knowledge of accounting standards, controls, and reporting best practices.
- Organised & deadline-driven – Highly effective at planning and meeting tight timelines with minimal oversight.
- Finance systems experience – Confident in using and developing finance systems to optimise performance.
- Engaging communicator – Outgoing, clear, and confident in building relationships at all levels of the business.
- Proactive leadership – Self-starter with excellent people skills and a passion for continuous improvement.
Applications can only be considered from those eligible to live & work in the UK without restriction.
Harcourt Matthews is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Harcourt Matthews is committed to diversity and inclusion. We value and encourage applications from all ethnicities and welcome everyone regardless of social background, disability, gender identity, and orientation. Diversity benefits us all and challenges our assumptions.
Ref: BHJOB3543_6008