Interim Financial Controller

6-7 month interim finance contract starting in September

• Interim Financial Controller - Financial Services/ insurance
• Location:Bristol (Hybrid - 2 days on-site, flexible hours)
• Start Date:September 2025
• Duration: 7 months (September 2025 - March 2026)
• Day Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35) £400 upwards depending on experience/ pay-type
• Contact:Charlie Maidment - Hays Bristol Interim Senior Finance Team

We're working with a well-established financial services business in Bristol seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to support the senior leadership team through a busy period of quarterly reporting, year-end, and budgeting. This is a hands-on leadership role, managing a high-performing team of three Management Accountants (2 qualified, 1 part-qualified).

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee financial reporting, controls, and validation of financial data

Lead and support the team through quarter-end and year-end close

Drive accuracy and integrity in financial reporting and budgeting

Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of key outputs

Provide oversight on tax-related matters (a small but important part of the role)

What We're Looking For

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Proven experience as a Financial Controller in a financial services environment (insurance experience is desirable)

Strong technical reporting and controls background

Diligent, detail-oriented, and confident in validating financial data

Available to start in early September 2025

Interviews are being scheduled throughout August, so if you're an experienced interim FC looking for your next challenge, get in touch today.
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