Overview
Financial Controller Jobs in London, UK at Reed
Interim Financial Controller (Temp-to-Perm)
Location:
London
Contract:
Immediate start – with strong potential to become permanent Salary: £450 – £550/day inside IR35 We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join a dynamic, multi-entity business on an interim basis, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent role. This hands-on role requires a candidate who can add value from day one, bringing strong technical expertise alongside a commercial and process improvement mindset.
The position will play a key role in strengthening financial reporting, enhancing insight, and driving improvements across planning and controls. Day-to-day of the role:
Financial Reporting & Consolidation:
Take ownership of group financial reporting, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow, ensuring accuracy and timeliness under FRS
102. Lead the consolidation of multiple entities, delivering clear and insightful monthly and quarterly reporting packs. Interim Impact / Process Improvement:
Quickly assess current processes and identify opportunities for automation and efficiencies. Implement improvements across reporting, controls, and workflows to support a scalable finance function. Planning, Budgeting & Analysis:
Lead the budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Deliver robust FP&A analysis (variance, trends, scenario modelling) to highlight risks and opportunities. Partner with stakeholders to provide commercial insight and financial challenge. Modelling & Insights:
Build and enhance financial models, dashboards, and performance tracking tools. Provide meaningful insight to drive decision-making and accountability across the business. Controls, Risk & Compliance:
Strengthen and maintain internal controls frameworks. Monitor key risk indicators and report findings to senior management. Support audit processes and ensure compliance with regulatory and accounting requirements. Cash & Working Capital:
Manage and improve cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning. Optimise working capital and drive improvements in cash performance. Systems & Stakeholder Management:
Review and enhance financial systems and reporting tools, ensuring data integrity. Work cross-functionally to support key business initiatives and transformation projects. Required Skills &
Qualifications:
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified. Proven experience operating at Financial Controller level, ideally within a multi-entity environment. Strong background in group reporting, consolidation, and FP&A. Demonstrable track record of delivering process improvements in an interim or fast-paced setting. Advanced financial modelling and Excel skills. Strong technical knowledge (FRS
102, controls, reporting standards). Confident communicator, able to influence senior stakeholders. Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a hands-on, delivery-focused role. Benefits:
Immediate start role with the opportunity to make a visible impact quickly. Clear temp-to-perm pathway for the right individual. Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making. Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes within a growing business.
To apply for this Interim Financial Controller position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.
Title: Financial Controller
Company: Reed
Location: London, UK
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