Financial Controller

Location : Manchester City Centre(Hybrid)

Contract Type : Interim - 3 months

Start Date : Immediate

Industry : Technology / SaaS / Digital

Day Rate : £450 a day

About the Role :

At Robert Half we are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join a dynamic and fast paced tech business based in Manchester. This is a critical interim hire to support the Finance function through a period of transition and growth. The successful candidate will play a key role in providing strategic financial leadership, partnering closely with senior stakeholders, and ensuring robust financial controls and reporting.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the day to day finance operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close.
• Act as a trusted business partner to the executive leadership team, providing insightful analysis and financial guidance to support decision-making.
• Manage and mentor a small finance team, driving performance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee cash flow management and working capital optimisation.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, processes, and systems to ensure compliance and efficiency.
• Support in preparation for investor and board reporting.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and other stakeholders as needed.
• Assist with strategic projects including systems upgrades, process improvements, and potential M&A activity.

Key Requirements :

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data : roberthalf.com / gb / en / privacy-notice.