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Financial Controller 6-month contract

Distinct Recruitment
Posted 10 days ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG42QU, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • This Nottinghamshire-based organisation is seeking a seasoned Financial Controller for a six-month interim position.
  • Candidates must have a background in Financial Services and be a professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
  • The role involves overseeing financial reporting, accounting, risk oversight, and compliance while leading finance transformation initiatives.
  • The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with three days per week based remotely, and emphasizes strong leadership and team development.
  • Salary details are not specified, but significant experience in leading a financial control function is required.

This Nottinghamshire-based organisation is recognised for cultivating a high-achieving, collaborative environment and has earned a solid and respected reputation within the industry for its integrity, excellence, and consistent delivery.

They are currently seeking a seasoned Financial Controller to take charge of finance operations on an interim basis for six months. You must have worked in Financial Services to be considered for this position.

This contract position involves overseeing financial reporting, accounting, risk oversight, and compliance, while also playing a key role in ongoing finance transformation initiatives.

The position offers a hybrid working arrangement, with three days per week based remotely.

Main Duties:

  • Manage day-to-day financial operations
  • Lead month-end and year-end close activities, including management and statutory reporting, balance sheet reviews, and tax submissions
  • Safeguard the accuracy and reliability of accounting systems
  • Act as a deputy to the Finance Director, including signing off regulatory returns
  • Ensure adherence to statutory and regulatory standards, particularly FRS 102
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, promoting strong performance, motivation, and policy compliance
  • Uphold strong financial controls, promote risk awareness, and ensure alignment with FCA conduct standards

Candidate Profile:

  • Background in financial services
  • Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)
  • Demonstrated experience leading a financial control function
  • Deep understanding of accounting principles and financial risk frameworks
  • Proficient in Excel and financial reporting systems
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities

To explore this opportunity further, please apply.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.