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Looking for an Interim Financial Controller to join our Accounting & Finance department, who will offer strategic advice, oversee financial management and to challenge the status quo
Client Details
Large organisation within the public sector serving thousands of individuals across the Thames Valley area and based out of Kidlington
Description
Advise on strategic planning and business development.We are seeking a Finance Lead to take ownership of budgeting, reporting, and expenditure monitoring for the Force.
Leading a team of four, you will oversee key financial areas, including pensions reporting, cash, equity loans, balance sheets, and suspense ledger reconciliations.
You will also play a pivotal role in implementation projects, ensuring end-to-end processes-including systems-are fully understood, documented, and effectively integrated to meet Finance requirements.
We're looking for a proactive leader with a strong track record in team management, process simplification, and influencing stakeholders. A solutions-focused mindset and the ability to challenge existing practices are essential.
Given the technical nature of this role, experience in month-end and year-end close procedures, as well as ledger reconciliations, is crucial.
While knowledge of the Public Sector would be an advantage, it is not essential.
Profile
A successful 'Interim Financial Controller' should have:
- Professional accounting designation (ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
- Proven experience in a senior financial managerial position.
- experience in month-end and year-end close procedures, as well as ledger reconciliations, is crucial.
- Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Job Offer
- Competitive day rate
- hybrid working ( 1-2 days in the office)
- A temporary role offering valuable experience.
- 9 month contract
