Interim Financial Controller

Interim Financial Controller 3-Month Contract | £400–425/day (Inside IR35) | Hybrid: North Bristol Why join this client? Be part of a high-performing, fast-growing organisation trusted by customers worldwide. With a unique international footprint and a focus on commercial, technical, and financial excellence, our client delivers innovative, value-driven solutions for their sector. The culture is ambitious but collaborative, built on expertise, open communication, and a drive to continuously raise standards. Fl How you'll make an impact This 3-month contract offers an opportunity to demonstrate your financial controls and statutory reporting skills at a crucial time of growth. Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll ensure regulatory compliance, strengthen financial governance, and deliver high-quality statutory accounts that underpin business decisions. Responsibilities: Prepare and file statutory accounts in line with accounting standards. Manage year-end audits and ensure timely regulatory filings. Lead corporate tax, VAT, and PAYE compliance (including PSAs). Develop tax strategy and manage legal entity structuring. Strengthen financial controls and mitigate compliance risk. Ensure banking covenant and funding transaction compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to support financial and tax obligations. Support month and year-end close processes. Why our client is excited about you You combine technical confidence with a collaborative, hands-on approach and excel in fast-paced, changing environments. You're detail-stimulated, proactive, and comfortable translating complex regulatory detail into practical business solutions. You'll be a strong communicator, keen to support others and drive continuous improvement across finance and the wider business. Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent). Experience in statutory reporting and tax compliance. Strong UK tax knowledge (corporate tax, VAT, PAYE) plus IFRS. Proven statutory accounts preparation and audit management. Exposure to complex/multi-entity organisations and finance systems (ERP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel. Solid grasp of financial controls, risk management, and regulatory change. Analytically strong, adaptable, and comfortable working cross-functionally. Experience with tax strategy or legal entity structuring is beneficial. International tax/multi-jurisdictional reporting an advantage. Background in both practice (e.g., Big 4) and industry is a plus. What you'll get in return £400–425/day (Inside IR35, through umbrella or agency) 3-month contract Hybrid working: office and home-based options The chance to make a visible impact during an exciting period of growth A supportive, ambitious, and technically excellent team We invite applications from all qualified candidates who believe they meet the requirements of the role, whilst supporting and promoting equality and diversity to create an inclusive working environment for all. If this advert sounds like it was written for you then please apply to this advert or reach out to // 0117 213 0300. Go to to see our full jobs listings.

Location: Bristol, South West, GB

Posted Date: 8/21/2025