Interim Financial Controller

Financial Controller | Hospitality | London | 15-Month Contract We're partnering with a growing, multi-site hospitality business to hire a Financial Controller who will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function and play a key role in its continued growth. This is a broad, hands-on role covering financial control, reporting, audit, payroll, systems improvement and FP&A. You'll lead and develop the finance team while working closely with senior leadership to improve processes, strengthen controls and provide meaningful commercial insight. Key responsibilities include:

• Owning month-end and year-end close and balance sheet integrity
• Leading and developing the finance team
• Overseeing AP, AR, payroll, VAT and statutory reporting
• Managing the external audit process
• Leading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow reporting
• Providing commercial insight around trading, margins and cost control
• Driving automation and improvements across finance systems and processes About you:
• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with 3+ years' PQE
• Must have experience within a multi-site hospitality, retail, hotel or restaurant environment
• Strong month-end, year-end and statutory audit experience
• Commercially minded and confident partnering with senior stakeholders
• Track record of improving processes, controls and operational efficiencies
• Hands-on, resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing business
• Advanced Excel skills; exposure to BI tools is advantageous