Interim Group Financial Controller - £800 per day (Outside IR35) Location: Birmingham, UK Industry: Manufacturing Duration: 6 months+ Start Date: ASAP We are working with a fast-paced, PE-backed manufacturing business based in Birmingham to recruit an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller. This is a high-impact role, ideal for a hands-on leader with a strong technical background, excellent working capital management skills, and experience operating in a highly leveraged, private equity environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead and develop a team of approximately 20 finance professionals across group reporting, FP&A, and transactional finance Own the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting Drive working capital efficiency and provide critical insights to support cash flow improvement Deliver high-quality technical accounting guidance, group consolidation, and statutory reporting Partner closely with the CFO and senior leadership on strategic financial decisions Liaise with external stakeholders including auditors, investors, and lenders in a high-leverage setting Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) Proven track record in a similar Group FC role within a PE-backed, leveraged business Strong technical accounting expertise (IFRS/UK GAAP) Deep understanding of working capital management and cash forecasting Experience leading and motivating sizeable finance teams Able to hit the ground running in a fast-moving, hands-on environment This is an excellent opportunity for a confident finance leader to step into a critical role during a period of transformation and growth. On-site in Birmingham, with some flexibility
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SF Recruitment
Posted a day ago, valid for 25 days
Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England
£800 - £35 per day
Part Time
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Sonic Summary
- The position is for an Interim Group Financial Controller based in Birmingham, UK, offering a salary of £800 per day (Outside IR35).
- The role requires a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) with a proven track record in a similar position within a PE-backed, leveraged business.
- Candidates should have strong technical accounting expertise in IFRS/UK GAAP and a deep understanding of working capital management and cash forecasting.
- The successful applicant will lead a team of approximately 20 finance professionals and will be responsible for month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
- This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on finance leader with significant experience, ready to contribute to a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
