Job Description

CMA Recruitment Group is supporting a multi-site group, headquartered in central Southampton, with the appointment of an Interim Group Financial Controller for an initial three to four-month assignment while a permanent search is undertaken. With the current incumbent potentially leaving within weeks, candidates must be available at short notice.

This opportunity offers the chance to lead a small finance team, deliver three successful month-end processes and provide stability during a period of transition. There is genuine potential for the role to become permanent within a £25m+ turnover, four-entity group, working closely with a hands-on and ambitious CFO.

What will the Interim Group Financial Controller role involve?

• Delivering month-end close and management accounts across a four-entity group
• Providing day-to-day leadership to a small finance team covering accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll
• Maintaining financial controls and overseeing daily cash management across multiple group bank accounts
• Providing continuity and support to the CFO throughout a period of transition
• Documenting finance processes and preparing a comprehensive handover for the incoming permanent Group Financial Controller

Suitable Candidate for the Interim Group Financial Controller vacancy:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with proven experience operating at Financial Controller level
• Comfortable working within a multi-entity, high-volume transactional environment
• NetSuite experience would be highly advantageous, with strong Excel skills essential
• Available immediately or at short notice
• Calm, hands-on approach with the ability to integrate quickly and maintain business continuity

Additional benefits and information for the Interim Group Financial Controller:

• Day rate of £275 - £325, depending on experience
• Initial three to four-month assignment with genuine potential to become a permanent opportunity
• Office based in central Southampton with free parking
• Fast recruitment process with immediate interviews and start available

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