Financial Controller (Contract) Immediate Start 6 Month Contract Step into a true leadership role — immediately This is a high-impact Financial Controller contract, stepping into a national finance function within a large, complex organisation. You’ll report directly to the CFO and take ownership of financial operations, leading a capable team while ensuring reporting, governance and controls continue to run at a high standard. This is not a “keep the seat warm” contract — you’ll be expected to lead, influence and improve. You’ll take control of a broad finance function, including: Ownership of month-end, year-end and audit processes Oversight of financial accounting, payroll, internal tax and trust functions Delivery of accurate reporting and financial insights to senior stakeholders, including CFO and Board Management of treasury, cashflow and banking relationships Driving process improvement and automation initiatives Supporting budgeting, forecasting and broader strategic finance activities Leading and mentoring a high-performing finance team What we’re looking for CA/CPA qualified Proven Financial Controller / senior finance leadership experience Strong technical reporting and governance capability Experience operating in complex or professional services environments Hands-on leadership style — comfortable being in the detail Track record of driving change, process improvement or transformation Why this role Immediate impact role reporting to a high-calibre CFO Broad remit across operations, reporting and transformation Opportunity to influence and improve an established finance function National exposure with senior stakeholder engagement Strong daily rate / contract package
