Interim Financial Controller (Fixed-Term Contract)
c. £80,000 * Central London * 2-3 Days On-Site
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a hands‑on Financial Controller to join a growing, project‑focused business on a fixed‑term contract. You'll play a pivotal role in strengthening financial control, improving cash visibility, and partnering closely with internal project teams to ensure commercial discipline across the organisation.
The Role
Working as part of a small, capable finance team, you will take ownership of day‑to‑day financial operations while driving improvements in cash flow management and project reporting. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being close to the detail, thrives in a dynamic environment, and can confidently challenge both financial and operational stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain robust cash flow forecasting and daily cash management, ensuring clear visibility of payments, receipts and forward requirements.
- Work closely with internal Project Managers to track project spend, monitor profitability and ensure accurate cost allocation.
- Oversee timely raising of invoices in line with project milestones, proactively managing queries and resolving issues that could delay billing.
- Challenge and validate project expenditure, supporting stronger commercial control across delivery teams.
- Produce management reporting, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow insights.
- Identify opportunities to streamline processes, strengthen controls and improve financial reporting quality.
- Support a small finance team, offering guidance while remaining fully hands‑on.
About You
- A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong all‑round finance experience.
- Highly comfortable with cash flow forecasting and hands‑on cash management.
- Experienced in project‑based or installation‑based environments, with a solid understanding of WIP, margins and milestone‑based billing.
- Confident building relationships across the business and willing to challenge constructively where needed.
- Pragmatic, detail‑focused and able to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial setting.
Contract & Working Pattern
- Fixed‑term contract
- c. £80,000 depending on experience
- 2-3 days per week on site in Central London (hybrid)
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