Overview
We are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join a high-growth, private equity-backed consumer business during a pivotal expansion period. In this hands-on role, you will collaborate closely with the CFO to enhance financial reporting, strengthen financial controls, and support the overall finance function. The ideal candidate will have robust experience with NetSuite and a proven track record of delivering financial insights in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the month-end close, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting analysis.
- Strengthen financial controls and identify opportunities to improve finance processes.
- Take ownership of cash flow, balance sheet integrity and working capital reporting.
- Support statutory reporting, audit preparation and VAT compliance.
- Partner with the leadership team to deliver commercial insight and financial analysis.
- Maximise the use of NetSuite, improving reporting capability and operational efficiency.
- Provide hands-on support across the finance function, from journals and reconciliations through to business partnering.
Requirements
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience as an Interim or Financial Controller within a fast-paced commercial environment.
- Strong hands-on NetSuite experience is essential.
- Previous experience within eCommerce, retail, consumer or product-based businesses is highly desirable.
- Excellent technical accounting and financial control expertise.
- Comfortable operating autonomously with minimal handover.
- A proactive, hands-on individual who enjoys solving problems and improving processes.
- Previous experience within a private equity-backed business would be advantageous.