Interim Financial Controller

Interim Financial Controller

Leeds | 4-6 Months | £100,000 - £120,000

HW Finance are supporting a historical manufacturing business in Leeds as they look to appoint an experienced Financial Controller for an interim assignment. This is a business with strong market presence currently navigating a period of change and operational transformation.

This is a hands-on role for a technically strong accountant who can take ownership of financial accounting, reporting and controls, whilst supporting the wider leadership team through a busy period. The ideal candidate will have experience working within organisations that have undergone significant systems or process transformation and will understand the challenges that can arise following change, whether that be reporting inconsistencies, process inefficiencies or embedding new ways of working.

Whilst the finance function is well established, you will bring a proactive approach to improving financial processes and controls.

Joining the business as Interim Financial Controller, you will be engaged for an initial period of 4-6 months. The role offers a daily rate of £550-£600 per day (or an equivalent FTC package circa £120,000).

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee all financial accounting, reporting and statutory compliance activities

Maintain and strengthen financial controls and governance processes

Ensure accurate and timely month-end reporting

Support senior stakeholders with financial insight, analysis and decision support

Identify and resolve accounting, reporting or process issues arising from recent business or systems changes

Review and improve existing finance processes, controls and reporting frameworks

Provide leadership and support to the finance function during a critical period

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across reporting and finance operations

Candidate Profile:

Experienced Financial Controller or Head of Finance

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise

Previous experience operating within manufacturing, engineering or industrial environments

Exposure to busines...