Interim Financial Controller/ Project Accountant
Posted 1 week ago by Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited on Reed
Negotiable
Outside
Hybrid
Bristol, Avon
Summary: The role of Interim Financial Controller/Project Accountant involves providing essential financial oversight and support to a private equity-backed manufacturing business for a duration of six months. The position requires collaboration with the CEO and involves preparing budgets, managing accounts, and presenting financial data to stakeholders. The candidate must have experience in a similar role within an SME and be proficient in Sage 200. Occasional presence in London or Bristol is required, with flexibility for remote work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and organise the budget for FY 2026.
- Address and update Management Accounts which are behind from March/April.
- Extract and present financial data for shareholders and the board.
- Set up and manage a KPI dashboard to measure outputs.
- Collaborate effectively with the outsourced bookkeeper.
- Attend board meetings in London occasionally with the CEO.
Key Skills:
- Proven experience in a similar role within an SME (30-35 employees, 8 million turnover).
- Proficient in using Sage 200.
- Strong financial acumen and ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Flexible and able to work remotely, with a requirement to be in the office in London and Bristol.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Bristol
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other