A fast-scaling SME in Greater London is seeking an experienced Financial Controller on an interim basis to lead its finance operations. This role requires proven experience in a similar position within an SME environment, alongside strong technical accounting skills. Responsibilities include overseeing all finance processes, budgeting, and fostering effective communication with leadership. Candidates should be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent. This presents a great opportunity for professionals looking to shape financial strategies for growing businesses.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
A fast-scaling SME in Greater London is seeking an experienced Financial Controller on an interim basis to lead its finance operations. This role requires proven experience in a similar position within an SME environment, alongside strong technical accounting skills. Responsibilities include overseeing all finance processes, budgeting, and fostering effective communication with leadership. Candidates should be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent. This presents a great opportunity for professionals looking to shape financial strategies for growing businesses.
A privately owned, fast-scaling SME is seeking an experienced Financial Controller on an interim basis to take full ownership of its finance function and help steer the business through its next stage of growth. This role suits someone who has already operated as an FC in an SME environment and is comfortable balancing hands on delivery with strategic input. As a Financial Controller, you will be responsible for: Leading all day to day finance operations, including month end close, management accounts, cashflow forecasting, and statutory compliance. Strengthening financial controls, processes, and reporting frameworks appropriate for a growing SME. Producing clear, insightful financial reporting for senior leadership and shareholders. Managing budgeting and forecasting cycles, including scenario modelling and variance analysis. Overseeing external relationships with auditors, accountants, and other advisors. Providing leadership to a small finance team and helping shape its future structure. Requirements: Proven experience as a Financial Controller within an SME. ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent. Strong technical accounting knowledge and confidence owning the full finance cycle. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with non-finance stakeholders. Apply ASAP to be considered for this Financial Controller role We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
Apr 09, 2026
Full time
A privately owned, fast-scaling SME is seeking an experienced Financial Controller on an interim basis to take full ownership of its finance function and help steer the business through its next stage of growth. This role suits someone who has already operated as an FC in an SME environment and is comfortable balancing hands on delivery with strategic input. As a Financial Controller, you will be responsible for: Leading all day to day finance operations, including month end close, management accounts, cashflow forecasting, and statutory compliance. Strengthening financial controls, processes, and reporting frameworks appropriate for a growing SME. Producing clear, insightful financial reporting for senior leadership and shareholders. Managing budgeting and forecasting cycles, including scenario modelling and variance analysis. Overseeing external relationships with auditors, accountants, and other advisors. Providing leadership to a small finance team and helping shape its future structure. Requirements: Proven experience as a Financial Controller within an SME. ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent. Strong technical accounting knowledge and confidence owning the full finance cycle. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work closely with non-finance stakeholders. Apply ASAP to be considered for this Financial Controller role We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a progressive owner-managed business based in Portsmouth.The company are seeking an Interim Financial Controller to support the Financial Director during a time of peak workload. What will the Interim Financial Controller role involve? Working closely with the Finance Director, this position will oversee the finance team and lead on the production of management reports Support the business in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning Progress towards business growth plans through the streamlining of reporting and ensuring a robust cash position is maintained Liaise extensively with senior stakeholders to ensure finance information is fully understood to aid decision-making Suitable Candidate for the Interim Financial Controller vacancy: Candidates will ideally be qualified (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) and have experience working in a Finance Manager/Financial Controller role or similar broad finance experience The ability to manage your own workload and work autonomously while also working closely with the Finance Director will fit this role well Prior experience of quickly integrating into interim assignments will be advantageous Additional benefits and information for the role of Interim Financial Controller: Inclusive culture and onsite parking Laptop and mobile phone Use of onsite gym CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role.CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received. Meridians House, 7 Ocean Way, Ocean Village, Southampton, Hampshire SO14 3TJ Regus, Building 2, Guildford Business Park Rd, Guildford, Surrey GU2 8XG
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a progressive owner-managed business based in Portsmouth.The company are seeking an Interim Financial Controller to support the Financial Director during a time of peak workload. What will the Interim Financial Controller role involve? Working closely with the Finance Director, this position will oversee the finance team and lead on the production of management reports Support the business in fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning Progress towards business growth plans through the streamlining of reporting and ensuring a robust cash position is maintained Liaise extensively with senior stakeholders to ensure finance information is fully understood to aid decision-making Suitable Candidate for the Interim Financial Controller vacancy: Candidates will ideally be qualified (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) and have experience working in a Finance Manager/Financial Controller role or similar broad finance experience The ability to manage your own workload and work autonomously while also working closely with the Finance Director will fit this role well Prior experience of quickly integrating into interim assignments will be advantageous Additional benefits and information for the role of Interim Financial Controller: Inclusive culture and onsite parking Laptop and mobile phone Use of onsite gym CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role.CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received. Meridians House, 7 Ocean Way, Ocean Village, Southampton, Hampshire SO14 3TJ Regus, Building 2, Guildford Business Park Rd, Guildford, Surrey GU2 8XG
Overview Our client is looking for a Senior Credit Controller / Reinsurance Accounting Technician to £50,000. This position is with a Global Financial Markets Trading Company and involves accounting responsibilities in a trading/broking environment. The client is seeking a graduate with a Degree in Accounting. Date: 19 Jul 2023 Sector: FINANCE / ACCOUNTING Type: Permanent Location: London Salary: £65000 - 75000 per annum Email: Ref: DB02365 We are looking for a Senior Financial Accountant for a Global firm based in Canary Wharf, London E14 5AA. Reporting to the Manager UK & HQ Financial Accounting, this individual is responsible for providing financial accounting services to the company's Europe business. Meet all UK statutory reporting requirements and adhere to all internal financial accounting deadlines. In addition, you will provide ad hoc financial reporting and analysis, represent your team on projects, and cover for your manager as required. Main Responsibilities Prepare statutory accounts for UK entities with supporting schedules and documentation to meet external audit requirements. Liaise directly with company auditors (KPMG) and coordinate responses to audit testing. Research and apply UK GAAP accounting policy for new or changing business activity. Post UK GAAP adjustments into unconsolidated companies in SAP. Take a lead role in the interim and year-end SOX control audits, prepare supporting schedules and analysis, and answer queries from KPMG as they arise. Coordinate responses and requests for documentation from the wider Europe business. Ensure timely and accurate internal monthly corporate reporting to our headquarters in the US. Examples includes Benefit analysis, Ad valorem taxes and Allowance for doubtful accounts reports. Perform month end close activities as assigned, including accruals and amortisations, payroll accounting, currency revaluations and other ad hoc journals. Undertake monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, complete by end of month and to the required standard, ensure open items are followed up and cleared on a timely basis. Critically review accounting entries in SAP and overall account balance variances on a monthly basis, to ensure overall integrity of the data in SAP. Perform ad hoc statutory and analytical work to support Manager UK & HQ Accounting and the Europe business. Represent the financial accounting team on work streams and projects. Qualifications and Competencies Educated to degree level and must be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Up-to-date knowledge of UK GAAP accounting standards (FRS102). Post qualification experience in financial accounting and statutory reporting gained in either Practice or a commercial environment (5+ years). Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills. Ability to clearly summarise complex financial reporting issues and articulate them to a non-finance audience. Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks concurrently, manage own time and meet all deadlines. Experience working in high pressured environment. Advanced user of Excel & SAP Experience using Thomson Reuters OneSource Accounts Production software preferred but not essential.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Overview Our client is looking for a Senior Credit Controller / Reinsurance Accounting Technician to £50,000. This position is with a Global Financial Markets Trading Company and involves accounting responsibilities in a trading/broking environment. The client is seeking a graduate with a Degree in Accounting. Date: 19 Jul 2023 Sector: FINANCE / ACCOUNTING Type: Permanent Location: London Salary: £65000 - 75000 per annum Email: Ref: DB02365 We are looking for a Senior Financial Accountant for a Global firm based in Canary Wharf, London E14 5AA. Reporting to the Manager UK & HQ Financial Accounting, this individual is responsible for providing financial accounting services to the company's Europe business. Meet all UK statutory reporting requirements and adhere to all internal financial accounting deadlines. In addition, you will provide ad hoc financial reporting and analysis, represent your team on projects, and cover for your manager as required. Main Responsibilities Prepare statutory accounts for UK entities with supporting schedules and documentation to meet external audit requirements. Liaise directly with company auditors (KPMG) and coordinate responses to audit testing. Research and apply UK GAAP accounting policy for new or changing business activity. Post UK GAAP adjustments into unconsolidated companies in SAP. Take a lead role in the interim and year-end SOX control audits, prepare supporting schedules and analysis, and answer queries from KPMG as they arise. Coordinate responses and requests for documentation from the wider Europe business. Ensure timely and accurate internal monthly corporate reporting to our headquarters in the US. Examples includes Benefit analysis, Ad valorem taxes and Allowance for doubtful accounts reports. Perform month end close activities as assigned, including accruals and amortisations, payroll accounting, currency revaluations and other ad hoc journals. Undertake monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, complete by end of month and to the required standard, ensure open items are followed up and cleared on a timely basis. Critically review accounting entries in SAP and overall account balance variances on a monthly basis, to ensure overall integrity of the data in SAP. Perform ad hoc statutory and analytical work to support Manager UK & HQ Accounting and the Europe business. Represent the financial accounting team on work streams and projects. Qualifications and Competencies Educated to degree level and must be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Up-to-date knowledge of UK GAAP accounting standards (FRS102). Post qualification experience in financial accounting and statutory reporting gained in either Practice or a commercial environment (5+ years). Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal skills. Ability to clearly summarise complex financial reporting issues and articulate them to a non-finance audience. Effective analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to prioritise and handle multiple tasks concurrently, manage own time and meet all deadlines. Experience working in high pressured environment. Advanced user of Excel & SAP Experience using Thomson Reuters OneSource Accounts Production software preferred but not essential.
Position Details Date: 11 Oct 2023 Sect: FINANCE / ACCOUNTING Type: Permanent Location: London Salary: - per annum Email: Ref: db About the Role Our client, a global financial markets trading company, is looking for a qualified Group Accountant to work closely with the Divisional Director Group Finance. The successful candidate will produce consolidated financial statements, detailed monthly reporting, and monitor group financial controls across the organisation. Responsibilities Prepare monthly consolidated financial statements for the group. Prepare supporting analysis and commentary, including movements in cash, net funds, key balance sheet accounts, tax notes and summaries. Support the preparation of the group tax rate forecast and investment performance and other financial reporting modelling. Assist with the production of the group annual and half year interim reports. Liaise with the group Auditors and other stakeholders on group financial reporting enquiries. Monitor, develop and document the implementation of group financial procedures across the group. Monitor and support the group level review of material entity reporting and statutory accounts. Liaise with and support legal entity controllers on financial, cashflow, risk and control reporting. Provide financial and project support on group level treasury transactions, cash repatriation, M&A, due diligence, property transactions, re organisations, entity rationalisation and tax enquiries. Provide financial support on share related reporting and filings and forecasting for UK tax payments. Involved with preparing the group cashflow forecast. Monitor and assist with technical developments. Additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business. Requirements Group Accountant ACA or ACCA ideally 3 - 5 years qualified. Experience of IFRS reporting in a group financial accounting or audit role for an international (ideally multi divisional) listed organisation. Strong Excel skills. Experience of Workday would be advantageous.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Position Details Date: 11 Oct 2023 Sect: FINANCE / ACCOUNTING Type: Permanent Location: London Salary: - per annum Email: Ref: db About the Role Our client, a global financial markets trading company, is looking for a qualified Group Accountant to work closely with the Divisional Director Group Finance. The successful candidate will produce consolidated financial statements, detailed monthly reporting, and monitor group financial controls across the organisation. Responsibilities Prepare monthly consolidated financial statements for the group. Prepare supporting analysis and commentary, including movements in cash, net funds, key balance sheet accounts, tax notes and summaries. Support the preparation of the group tax rate forecast and investment performance and other financial reporting modelling. Assist with the production of the group annual and half year interim reports. Liaise with the group Auditors and other stakeholders on group financial reporting enquiries. Monitor, develop and document the implementation of group financial procedures across the group. Monitor and support the group level review of material entity reporting and statutory accounts. Liaise with and support legal entity controllers on financial, cashflow, risk and control reporting. Provide financial and project support on group level treasury transactions, cash repatriation, M&A, due diligence, property transactions, re organisations, entity rationalisation and tax enquiries. Provide financial support on share related reporting and filings and forecasting for UK tax payments. Involved with preparing the group cashflow forecast. Monitor and assist with technical developments. Additional / ad hoc duties as required to meet the needs of the business. Requirements Group Accountant ACA or ACCA ideally 3 - 5 years qualified. Experience of IFRS reporting in a group financial accounting or audit role for an international (ideally multi divisional) listed organisation. Strong Excel skills. Experience of Workday would be advantageous.
Sewell Wallis is looking for a hands on Financial Controller for a company based in East Ridings of Yorkshire, near Pocklington. This role is with a commercial property business with big growth plans! An exciting opportunity to create a finance team from the ground up, you'll be handling the day to day finance functions, working closely with the entrepreneurial founder and long standing CFO to build on solid foundations and push the business forward. The business currently has a range of properties to manage, with a turnover of approx. £35 mil, it's a fast paced environment, and they're constantly looking to buy new sites and take on new investments. This opportunity is perfect for someone who likes to be in the thick of it, a problem solver who takes a practical and proactive approach. You'll need to be a qualified accountant who is confident with production of management information, alongside commentary and presentation of this to the SLT, creation of budgets, cash flow management, and submission of year end accounts. The role will develop over time and as the business and team grows, your responsibilities will move and change with the demands of the business, so you'll need to be adaptive. What will you be doing? Monthly management accounts, commentary, presentation of the information to the senior team. Budgets and forecasting. Cash flow management. Statutory reporting. Invoice processing (to begin with, before the team develops) Development of a finance team from the ground up. Basic payroll. What skills are we looking for? Qualified Accountant - (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) Hands on approach to management and problem solving. Confident communicator, both written and verbal. Someone who enjoys working collaboratively and as part of a lively team. Experience leading on day to day finance functions Experience of working in a fast paced growing business. Creation of a finance team from scratch. What's on offer? A competitive salary £65 000 £70 000 Company car. Progression opportunities. New modern office facilities Parking on site. Send us your CV below, or contact Inci Evcil for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is looking for a hands on Financial Controller for a company based in East Ridings of Yorkshire, near Pocklington. This role is with a commercial property business with big growth plans! An exciting opportunity to create a finance team from the ground up, you'll be handling the day to day finance functions, working closely with the entrepreneurial founder and long standing CFO to build on solid foundations and push the business forward. The business currently has a range of properties to manage, with a turnover of approx. £35 mil, it's a fast paced environment, and they're constantly looking to buy new sites and take on new investments. This opportunity is perfect for someone who likes to be in the thick of it, a problem solver who takes a practical and proactive approach. You'll need to be a qualified accountant who is confident with production of management information, alongside commentary and presentation of this to the SLT, creation of budgets, cash flow management, and submission of year end accounts. The role will develop over time and as the business and team grows, your responsibilities will move and change with the demands of the business, so you'll need to be adaptive. What will you be doing? Monthly management accounts, commentary, presentation of the information to the senior team. Budgets and forecasting. Cash flow management. Statutory reporting. Invoice processing (to begin with, before the team develops) Development of a finance team from the ground up. Basic payroll. What skills are we looking for? Qualified Accountant - (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) Hands on approach to management and problem solving. Confident communicator, both written and verbal. Someone who enjoys working collaboratively and as part of a lively team. Experience leading on day to day finance functions Experience of working in a fast paced growing business. Creation of a finance team from scratch. What's on offer? A competitive salary £65 000 £70 000 Company car. Progression opportunities. New modern office facilities Parking on site. Send us your CV below, or contact Inci Evcil for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a long-standing business in the Huddersfield area that is seeking a Junior Buyer to join their West Yorkshire team. As a Junior Buyer, you will cover a wide range of responsibilities across the Finance department, and the ideal candidate will be adaptable, diligent and confident in managing multiple tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and is keen to build a deeper understanding of how Finance underpins the wider business. What will you be doing? Supporting the Supply Chain Manager to ensure continuity of supply. Maintaining stock levels and fill rates. Managing order processing and expediting deliveries. Handling administrative and import-related duties. Supporting project planning from concept through to implementation. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders. Sourcing current and new products, including: Conducting supplier searches via Alibaba. Requesting quotations, arranging samples, and supporting vendor negotiations. Monitoring progress to ensure products are landed on time and to plan. What skills are we looking for? Strong computer skills, with an advanced working knowledge of Excel. Word and PowerPoint knowledge is also required. A solid understanding of supply chain principles. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Good communication skills and confidence working with suppliers. Knowledge of / the ability to speak Mandarin would be a strong advantage. What's in it for you? On site parking Strong progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative environment. Send us your CV below, or contact Emma Johnsen for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a long-standing business in the Huddersfield area that is seeking a Junior Buyer to join their West Yorkshire team. As a Junior Buyer, you will cover a wide range of responsibilities across the Finance department, and the ideal candidate will be adaptable, diligent and confident in managing multiple tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and is keen to build a deeper understanding of how Finance underpins the wider business. What will you be doing? Supporting the Supply Chain Manager to ensure continuity of supply. Maintaining stock levels and fill rates. Managing order processing and expediting deliveries. Handling administrative and import-related duties. Supporting project planning from concept through to implementation. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders. Sourcing current and new products, including: Conducting supplier searches via Alibaba. Requesting quotations, arranging samples, and supporting vendor negotiations. Monitoring progress to ensure products are landed on time and to plan. What skills are we looking for? Strong computer skills, with an advanced working knowledge of Excel. Word and PowerPoint knowledge is also required. A solid understanding of supply chain principles. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Good communication skills and confidence working with suppliers. Knowledge of / the ability to speak Mandarin would be a strong advantage. What's in it for you? On site parking Strong progression opportunities Supportive and collaborative environment. Send us your CV below, or contact Emma Johnsen for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Credit Controller / Excellent Salary DOE + Benefits / Stockport Town Centre / 3-Month Temporary Role (Potential Extension) / Hybrid Working Credit Controller Benefits Competitive Salary £30,000 - £32,000 Immediate start opportunity Hybrid / Flexible Working Options Company Pension Scheme Supportive Shared Services Environment Opportunity for role extension beyond initial 3-month contract NC Associates are working in partnership with a well-established organisation based in Stockport town Centreto recruit a Credit Controller on an initial 3-month temporary contract, with the potential for extension. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller who is passionate about managing customer accounts, reducing aged debt, and supporting strong cash flow performance across the business. Reporting into the Credit Manager, you will play a key role within the Order to Cash function, working closely with internal stakeholders and external customers. The successful candidate will be confident, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with clear targets and responsibilities. Credit Controller Responsibilities Ensuring timely collection of outstanding customer payments to maintain healthy cash flow Assessing customer creditworthiness and setting appropriate credit limits and controls Managing and maintaining customer accounts within credit control systems Regularly reconciling customer accounts and resolving discrepanciesInvestigating and resolving invoice queries and payment disputes Producing aged debt reports, cash collection forecasts, and credit exposure reporting Liaising with internal teams including Sales and Finance to resolve payment issues Monitoring overdue accounts and escalating high risk cases when required Maintaining accurate customer records and system data Ensuring compliance with company credit policies, financial controls, and data protection requirements Identifying opportunities to improve credit control processes and reduce overdue debt Supporting ad hoc duties as required to support the wider finance team Credit Controller Experience Required To be successful in your application, you must have the following experience: Previous experience working in a Credit Control or Accounts Receivable role Strong understanding of the Order to Cash (OTC) process Proven ability to manage and reduce aged debt Experience assessing credit risk and setting credit limits Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet strict deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables advantageous) Customer focused with a proactive and can do attitude Ability to work well under pressure and manage conflicting priorities Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites (if required) What's on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller available at short notice and looking to join a professional and supportive finance team on an initial 3-month assignment, with the potential for extension depending on business needs and performance. The role offers exposure to a structured finance environment and the chance to make an immediate impact on cash collection performance. If you have the relevant experience and are available for your next interim opportunity, please apply today or contact for further information. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Credit Controller / Excellent Salary DOE + Benefits / Stockport Town Centre / 3-Month Temporary Role (Potential Extension) / Hybrid Working Credit Controller Benefits Competitive Salary £30,000 - £32,000 Immediate start opportunity Hybrid / Flexible Working Options Company Pension Scheme Supportive Shared Services Environment Opportunity for role extension beyond initial 3-month contract NC Associates are working in partnership with a well-established organisation based in Stockport town Centreto recruit a Credit Controller on an initial 3-month temporary contract, with the potential for extension. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller who is passionate about managing customer accounts, reducing aged debt, and supporting strong cash flow performance across the business. Reporting into the Credit Manager, you will play a key role within the Order to Cash function, working closely with internal stakeholders and external customers. The successful candidate will be confident, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with clear targets and responsibilities. Credit Controller Responsibilities Ensuring timely collection of outstanding customer payments to maintain healthy cash flow Assessing customer creditworthiness and setting appropriate credit limits and controls Managing and maintaining customer accounts within credit control systems Regularly reconciling customer accounts and resolving discrepanciesInvestigating and resolving invoice queries and payment disputes Producing aged debt reports, cash collection forecasts, and credit exposure reporting Liaising with internal teams including Sales and Finance to resolve payment issues Monitoring overdue accounts and escalating high risk cases when required Maintaining accurate customer records and system data Ensuring compliance with company credit policies, financial controls, and data protection requirements Identifying opportunities to improve credit control processes and reduce overdue debt Supporting ad hoc duties as required to support the wider finance team Credit Controller Experience Required To be successful in your application, you must have the following experience: Previous experience working in a Credit Control or Accounts Receivable role Strong understanding of the Order to Cash (OTC) process Proven ability to manage and reduce aged debt Experience assessing credit risk and setting credit limits Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet strict deadlines Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables advantageous) Customer focused with a proactive and can do attitude Ability to work well under pressure and manage conflicting priorities Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites (if required) What's on Offer? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller available at short notice and looking to join a professional and supportive finance team on an initial 3-month assignment, with the potential for extension depending on business needs and performance. The role offers exposure to a structured finance environment and the chance to make an immediate impact on cash collection performance. If you have the relevant experience and are available for your next interim opportunity, please apply today or contact for further information. Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates with relevant experience will be contacted. We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome all applicants of identity, personal characteristics, or background.
Sewell Wallis are pleased to be working with a well-established and highly respected accountancy practice based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Known for its collaborative culture, modern approach, and strong emphasis on professional development, the firm is continuing to grow and is now looking to recruit an Accountant to join their expanding team. This business has built an excellent reputation for both its people-first ethos and its progressive approach to client relationships, making it an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career within practice. They are ideally seeking an AAT qualified candidate (or someone who is studying towards this) with experience in an accountancy practice. However, candidates with strong management accounts experience in industry who are keen to transition into practice will also be considered. What will you be doing? Manage and develop client relationships, acting as a reliable day-to-day contact. Perform bookkeeping duties and maintain accurate digital financial records. Prepare monthly management accounts, delivering clear and actionable insights. Produce year-end accounts for a varied portfolio of clients. Support clients in improving financial processes through cloud-based systems. Work with a range of software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, Dext, and FreeAgent. Handle client queries and provide proactive, value-added advice. Collaborate with the wider team to support a positive and high-performing environment. What skills are we looking for? AAT qualified (ideally) and/or studying towards ACCA/ACA is desirable. Experience within an accountancy role (practice strongly preferred). Strong experience preparing management accounts. Confident using cloud-based accounting software (e.g. Xero). Proactive, organised, and client-focused approach. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. What's on offer? A genuinely supportive business that prioritises its people. Flexible and hybrid working options. Profit share scheme. 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus your birthday off. If you're an Accountant who is looking to build your career in a forward-thinking and supportive practice environment, apply today or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis are pleased to be working with a well-established and highly respected accountancy practice based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Known for its collaborative culture, modern approach, and strong emphasis on professional development, the firm is continuing to grow and is now looking to recruit an Accountant to join their expanding team. This business has built an excellent reputation for both its people-first ethos and its progressive approach to client relationships, making it an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career within practice. They are ideally seeking an AAT qualified candidate (or someone who is studying towards this) with experience in an accountancy practice. However, candidates with strong management accounts experience in industry who are keen to transition into practice will also be considered. What will you be doing? Manage and develop client relationships, acting as a reliable day-to-day contact. Perform bookkeeping duties and maintain accurate digital financial records. Prepare monthly management accounts, delivering clear and actionable insights. Produce year-end accounts for a varied portfolio of clients. Support clients in improving financial processes through cloud-based systems. Work with a range of software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, Dext, and FreeAgent. Handle client queries and provide proactive, value-added advice. Collaborate with the wider team to support a positive and high-performing environment. What skills are we looking for? AAT qualified (ideally) and/or studying towards ACCA/ACA is desirable. Experience within an accountancy role (practice strongly preferred). Strong experience preparing management accounts. Confident using cloud-based accounting software (e.g. Xero). Proactive, organised, and client-focused approach. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. What's on offer? A genuinely supportive business that prioritises its people. Flexible and hybrid working options. Profit share scheme. 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus your birthday off. If you're an Accountant who is looking to build your career in a forward-thinking and supportive practice environment, apply today or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
A recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Financial Controller in Portsmouth. This role supports the Finance Director and involves overseeing the finance team, producing management reports, and liaising with senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates will be CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified and have experience in similar roles. The position promotes an inclusive culture and offers onsite benefits including a gym, parking, and tech support.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
A recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Financial Controller in Portsmouth. This role supports the Finance Director and involves overseeing the finance team, producing management reports, and liaising with senior stakeholders. Ideal candidates will be CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified and have experience in similar roles. The position promotes an inclusive culture and offers onsite benefits including a gym, parking, and tech support.
Sewell Wallis are proud to be partnering with a nationally recognised, purpose-led organisation based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, as they look to recruit a Finance Manager to be responsible for their management accounts team. This is an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to join a forward-thinking, highly flexible organisation that empowers its people to drive change. You'll have the autonomy to influence processes, improve financial performance, and help shape the future of a business with a meaningful mission. What will you be doing? Take ownership of the full monthly management accounts process, delivering accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting in line with accounting standards Lead the month-end and year-end close cycle, setting clear timetables and presenting insightful analysis of financial performance and key variances to stakeholders. Maintain a strong and fully reconciled balance sheet, proactively identifying risks and driving effective corrective actions. Partner with Finance Business Partners to provide high-quality financial insight, supporting better decision-making and strengthening financial control across the organisation. Challenge and support stakeholders to drive accountability and continuous improvement in financial processes. Play a key role in external audit processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and upholding high levels of financial governance. What skills do we need? Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACCA Excellent people leadership skills, with previous experience in developing trainee accountants through their professional studies You have a solid understanding of accounting principles, standards, and ideally charity SORP, and you take pride in delivering accurate and reliable financial information. Experience leading in the production of management accounts for a medium to large sized business or organisation What's on offer? Salary of 68,000 Pension scheme 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years Hybrid, Flexible working Send us your CV below or contact Kayley Haythornthwaite for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis are proud to be partnering with a nationally recognised, purpose-led organisation based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, as they look to recruit a Finance Manager to be responsible for their management accounts team. This is an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager to join a forward-thinking, highly flexible organisation that empowers its people to drive change. You'll have the autonomy to influence processes, improve financial performance, and help shape the future of a business with a meaningful mission. What will you be doing? Take ownership of the full monthly management accounts process, delivering accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting in line with accounting standards Lead the month-end and year-end close cycle, setting clear timetables and presenting insightful analysis of financial performance and key variances to stakeholders. Maintain a strong and fully reconciled balance sheet, proactively identifying risks and driving effective corrective actions. Partner with Finance Business Partners to provide high-quality financial insight, supporting better decision-making and strengthening financial control across the organisation. Challenge and support stakeholders to drive accountability and continuous improvement in financial processes. Play a key role in external audit processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and upholding high levels of financial governance. What skills do we need? Fully qualified ACCA, CIMA or ACCA Excellent people leadership skills, with previous experience in developing trainee accountants through their professional studies You have a solid understanding of accounting principles, standards, and ideally charity SORP, and you take pride in delivering accurate and reliable financial information. Experience leading in the production of management accounts for a medium to large sized business or organisation What's on offer? Salary of 68,000 Pension scheme 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) - increasing to 38 days over 5 years Hybrid, Flexible working Send us your CV below or contact Kayley Haythornthwaite for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Interim Senior Group Financial controller - 6 -9 Months Contract The Interim Senior Financial Controller will ideally be Immediately Available South Belfast Hybrid Working Available Salary- Negotiable As Interim Senior Financial Controller you will be reporting to the CFO & will have a medium sized team reporting into them. The main purpose as interim Senior Financial Controller will be to take overall responsibility for the management of the Finance Function, overseeing all Finance and Budgetary Processes whilst working as part of the Strategic & Operations Team. Key Duties will include management of Treasury, Management Accounts, Costings and Operations. Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or QBE with at least 5 years experience in a finance environment - Preferable At least 3 years' management experience including managing a team Experience of ERP Systems and reporting Strong Excel skills Highly motivated, capable of working independently and as part of a team High level of accuracy Good attention to detail Good administration & communication skills Flexibility to move between tasks To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Clare Simpson at MCS Group
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Interim Senior Group Financial controller - 6 -9 Months Contract The Interim Senior Financial Controller will ideally be Immediately Available South Belfast Hybrid Working Available Salary- Negotiable As Interim Senior Financial Controller you will be reporting to the CFO & will have a medium sized team reporting into them. The main purpose as interim Senior Financial Controller will be to take overall responsibility for the management of the Finance Function, overseeing all Finance and Budgetary Processes whilst working as part of the Strategic & Operations Team. Key Duties will include management of Treasury, Management Accounts, Costings and Operations. Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA or QBE with at least 5 years experience in a finance environment - Preferable At least 3 years' management experience including managing a team Experience of ERP Systems and reporting Strong Excel skills Highly motivated, capable of working independently and as part of a team High level of accuracy Good attention to detail Good administration & communication skills Flexibility to move between tasks To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Clare Simpson at MCS Group
Financial Accountant Contract Type: Full-Time About Us We are seeking a technically strong and detail orientated Financial Accountant to partner closely with the Financial Controller and take ownership of key areas of financial reporting, audit, and balance sheet governance across multiple UK entities. This role offers responsibility for consolidation, month end governance, Board reporting, Capex oversight, and audit readiness with clear scope for future line management. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Lead the month-end and year-end close process. Prepare and review journals, reconciliations and trial balances. Produce consolidated and entity level financial statements. Own the monthly Board Pack and Group reporting submissions. Oversee Capex, fixed assets and balance sheet governance. Maintain loan schedules and support cash flow forecasting. Coordinate audit processes and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Drive financial data integrity and continuous improvement. Lead and coordinate interim and year-end external audits across multiple UK entities. Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and internal audit reviews. Own the Financial Accounts Audit File and ensure full audit readiness at all times. Drive implementation of audit recommendations and ongoing control improvements. Requirements: Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA preferred; CIMA considered). Minimum 3 years' PQE. Experience in multiple entity consolidation and financial control. Proven experience leading external audits and managing auditor relationships. Strong technical knowledge (FRS 101 / 102, IFRS, UK GAAP). Advanced Excel and ERP skills. Analytical, organised and commercially aware. What We Offer This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Accountant seeking a broad, governance-focused role with progression into future leadership responsibility.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Financial Accountant Contract Type: Full-Time About Us We are seeking a technically strong and detail orientated Financial Accountant to partner closely with the Financial Controller and take ownership of key areas of financial reporting, audit, and balance sheet governance across multiple UK entities. This role offers responsibility for consolidation, month end governance, Board reporting, Capex oversight, and audit readiness with clear scope for future line management. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Lead the month-end and year-end close process. Prepare and review journals, reconciliations and trial balances. Produce consolidated and entity level financial statements. Own the monthly Board Pack and Group reporting submissions. Oversee Capex, fixed assets and balance sheet governance. Maintain loan schedules and support cash flow forecasting. Coordinate audit processes and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Drive financial data integrity and continuous improvement. Lead and coordinate interim and year-end external audits across multiple UK entities. Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors and internal audit reviews. Own the Financial Accounts Audit File and ensure full audit readiness at all times. Drive implementation of audit recommendations and ongoing control improvements. Requirements: Fully Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA preferred; CIMA considered). Minimum 3 years' PQE. Experience in multiple entity consolidation and financial control. Proven experience leading external audits and managing auditor relationships. Strong technical knowledge (FRS 101 / 102, IFRS, UK GAAP). Advanced Excel and ERP skills. Analytical, organised and commercially aware. What We Offer This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified Accountant seeking a broad, governance-focused role with progression into future leadership responsibility.
Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with an established, multi entity organisation who are seeking to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller on a temporary contract in Liverpool city centre. This opportunity is ideal for an immediately available qualified Accountant in Liverpool, experienced in managing full end to end finance within SMEsand group environments click apply for full job details
Apr 07, 2026
Seasonal
Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with an established, multi entity organisation who are seeking to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller on a temporary contract in Liverpool city centre. This opportunity is ideal for an immediately available qualified Accountant in Liverpool, experienced in managing full end to end finance within SMEsand group environments click apply for full job details
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Leicester, Leicestershire
Interim Financial Controller (3-Month Rolling FTC - not day rate) Leicester (Hybrid - 2 days on site + UK travel) £100,000 + car allowance & PHI Gleeson are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a market-leading industrial business to appoint an Interim Financial Controller to support a high-growth, acquisition-heavy division. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role at the heart of a rapidly scaling part of the business, playing a key role in integrating newly acquired SMEs and driving performance across multiple sites. The Role Lead post-acquisition integration of newly acquired businesses across the UK Review balance sheets, revenue streams, and identify risks/opportunities to ensure financial stability Partner closely owners and operations to build clear, transparent P&L visibility and cost understanding Support ongoing M&A activity, including an upcoming acquisition Provide insight and challenge to senior stakeholders, including CEO-level queries Contribute to budget setting and strategic planning Present findings and recommendations to board-level stakeholders The Environment Fast-paced, multi-site and transformation-led Significant exposure to M&A and SME integration Highly visible role with regular senior stakeholder interaction Based out of Leicester but with expected travel across multiple UK sites About You Experienced Senior Finance Lead with SME exposure Strong post-acquisition integration experience is essential Commercially sharp, able to break down and clearly present business performance metrics Confident operating in complex, fast-moving environments Strong stakeholder management - able to challenge and influence For this role, please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without the need for any sponsorship. Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester to accommodate 3 days onsite - this is non-negotiable. Additional travel around the UK is required. CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Apr 06, 2026
Contractor
Interim Financial Controller (3-Month Rolling FTC - not day rate) Leicester (Hybrid - 2 days on site + UK travel) £100,000 + car allowance & PHI Gleeson are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a market-leading industrial business to appoint an Interim Financial Controller to support a high-growth, acquisition-heavy division. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role at the heart of a rapidly scaling part of the business, playing a key role in integrating newly acquired SMEs and driving performance across multiple sites. The Role Lead post-acquisition integration of newly acquired businesses across the UK Review balance sheets, revenue streams, and identify risks/opportunities to ensure financial stability Partner closely owners and operations to build clear, transparent P&L visibility and cost understanding Support ongoing M&A activity, including an upcoming acquisition Provide insight and challenge to senior stakeholders, including CEO-level queries Contribute to budget setting and strategic planning Present findings and recommendations to board-level stakeholders The Environment Fast-paced, multi-site and transformation-led Significant exposure to M&A and SME integration Highly visible role with regular senior stakeholder interaction Based out of Leicester but with expected travel across multiple UK sites About You Experienced Senior Finance Lead with SME exposure Strong post-acquisition integration experience is essential Commercially sharp, able to break down and clearly present business performance metrics Confident operating in complex, fast-moving environments Strong stakeholder management - able to challenge and influence For this role, please note: Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without the need for any sponsorship. Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester to accommodate 3 days onsite - this is non-negotiable. Additional travel around the UK is required. CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Interim Position - Initially a 9-Month Fixed Term Contract Location: West Bromwich Sector: Service-Based Engineering We are seeking a highly capable and proactive professional to join a well-established, service-driven engineering business based in West Bromwich on a 9-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a fast-paced environment and make an immediate impact within a collaborative and customer-focused team. The Role You will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations, ensuring the smooth delivery of engineering services to clients across a range of sectors. This position requires someone who can quickly understand business processes, build strong working relationships, and drive efficiency during a critical period. Key Responsibilities Oversee and support operational service delivery to ensure high standards are consistently met Coordinate with engineering, technical, and customer service teams Manage schedules, resources, and workflows to meet client demands Identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions Maintain strong client relationships and act as a point of contact where required Support reporting, performance tracking, and project delivery About You Proven experience in a service-based engineering or technical environment Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Ability to adapt quickly and work effectively in an interim capacity Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills A hands-on, solutions-focused approach What's on Offer Competitive salary (pro rata) Immediate start opportunity Exposure to a dynamic engineering business with a strong reputation Supportive and professional working environment Applicants must live within a commutable distance to the site. If you are available at short notice and ready to bring your expertise to a business that values efficiency, quality, and teamwork, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this exciting interim opportunity.
Apr 06, 2026
Contractor
Interim Position - Initially a 9-Month Fixed Term Contract Location: West Bromwich Sector: Service-Based Engineering We are seeking a highly capable and proactive professional to join a well-established, service-driven engineering business based in West Bromwich on a 9-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a fast-paced environment and make an immediate impact within a collaborative and customer-focused team. The Role You will play a key role in supporting day-to-day operations, ensuring the smooth delivery of engineering services to clients across a range of sectors. This position requires someone who can quickly understand business processes, build strong working relationships, and drive efficiency during a critical period. Key Responsibilities Oversee and support operational service delivery to ensure high standards are consistently met Coordinate with engineering, technical, and customer service teams Manage schedules, resources, and workflows to meet client demands Identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions Maintain strong client relationships and act as a point of contact where required Support reporting, performance tracking, and project delivery About You Proven experience in a service-based engineering or technical environment Strong organisational and problem-solving skills Ability to adapt quickly and work effectively in an interim capacity Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills A hands-on, solutions-focused approach What's on Offer Competitive salary (pro rata) Immediate start opportunity Exposure to a dynamic engineering business with a strong reputation Supportive and professional working environment Applicants must live within a commutable distance to the site. If you are available at short notice and ready to bring your expertise to a business that values efficiency, quality, and teamwork, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this exciting interim opportunity.
From Finance Manager to CFO: The Skills that Redefine the Modern Finance Career Path 8 min read October 4, 2025 Introduction Reaching the Chief Financial Officer level remains one of the most visible milestones in a finance career. Yet the path from Finance Manager to CFO is rarely linear. What was once an upward move through accounting and reporting roles has evolved into a broader journey-one that requires fluency in strategy, valuation, governance, and commercial leadership. In today's finance functions, technical skill is essential but no longer sufficient. The modern CFO operates at the intersection of finance, strategy, and business transformation. Over the past decade, the expectations of finance leaders have shifted dramatically. Digitalisation, private capital growth, and cross-border competition have expanded the CFO's remit from stewarding financial statements to shaping corporate direction. Whether in listed companies, venture backed scale ups, or private equity portfolio firms, employers increasingly seek leaders who can connect operational performance with shareholder value. This structural change is redefining both career trajectories and the learning pathways professionals choose along the way. The Career Path: From Finance Manager to CFO Most professionals begin their senior finance journey in controllership, management reporting, or FP&A. The Finance Manager role typically consolidates technical oversight-accounting & financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance-while introducing the first layers of strategic exposure. Progression to Finance Director or Head of FP&A demands a shift toward business partnering. This implies aligning financial data with operational decisions, managing cross functional teams, and guiding capital allocation. These middle senior positions often mark the transition from pure analysis to influence in decision making. At the upper end of the ladder, the Group Controller or CFO role brings together three dimensions of leadership: strategic foresight, governance responsibility, and stakeholder communication. The CFO becomes both an internal advisor to the CEO and a public face to investors, boards, and lenders. Working at a PE or VC Backed Company or Startup In many private equity or venture capital backed companies, the VP Finance role often represents the highest level of financial and operational leadership before a formal finance department is fully established. At this stage, a deep understanding of how private equity operates and how governance frameworks function becomes essential. The VP Finance acts as the bridge between investors and founders-ensuring transparency, financial discipline, and accountability while supporting growth objectives and capital efficiency. In the most competitive markets-London, Paris, Milan, and Madrid-median compensation reflects this blend of accountability and strategic scope. Salaries typically rise from the mid 50k range at Finance Manager level to above £120k or €120k at the CFO level, with bonuses frequently adding 15-25 percent. The salary gap signals more than seniority; it represents the premium on business judgement and boardroom literacy. Each step on the salary ladder is associated with a distinct skill profile. Skills that Drive the Transition Advancing from Finance Manager to CFO requires mastery of both the science and the art of finance leadership. Analysis of senior level job descriptions across the UK and continental Europe reveals five recurring domains of expertise that consistently appear in high earning roles: Corporate Finance: Understanding capital structure, cost of capital, and investment appraisal is now fundamental. CFOs are expected to evaluate projects through NPV, IRR, and scenario analysis, integrating these insights into strategy rather than treating them as compliance exercises. Business Valuation: The ability to value companies, divisions, and strategic options underpins decision making in M&A and fundraising. Whether through discounted cash flow, comparables, or transaction multiples, valuation fluency signals boardroom readiness. Corporate Governance: Boards demand finance leaders who understand oversight frameworks, director duties, and audit committee dynamics. Governance knowledge is increasingly vital as CFOs become custodians of transparency and ethical decision making. Private Equity and Venture Capital Exposure: Many modern CFOs operate within PE backed or VC backed structures. Familiarity with investor reporting, capital calls, and exit strategies differentiates candidates capable of engaging private capital stakeholders. Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategic growth through acquisitions is common across Europe's mid market. Experience managing due diligence, synergy assessment, and post deal integration enhances a finance leader's credibility. Developing these skills systematically is what transforms financial managers into strategic partners. As many executives acknowledge, finance today is no longer just about slicing and dicing excels to present a P&L - which nowadays, thanks to advanced tools and business intelligence these are almost automated - it is more about direction and understanding of market dynamics. Valuefinex, provider of fractional CFO services in the UK and Europe said, "our fractional CFOs support private equity backed and Series A+ companies, where the role typically requires senior finance leaders to prioritise in the short term, the streamlining of the processes, enhancing information flow, and reducing back office manual and repetitive workload. The goal is to redirect those hours toward greater involvement in the commercial and strategic aspects of finance in the mid and long term." This convergence creates both opportunity and pressure. The route to CFO can accelerate for those who deliberately acquire cross functional exposure-leading system implementations, managing investor relations, or contributing to board committees. Conversely, remaining confined to traditional and routine financial control may limit career mobility. Strategic literacy-understanding how to interpret valuation drivers, evaluate capital structure decisions, and communicate governance implications-is increasingly recognised as a key differentiator for leadership succession. Finance professionals who can connect analytical insight with strategic context stand out as future CFOs. The Two Clear Paths to the CFO Role Many finance professionals aspire to reach the CFO level but often find themselves constrained by traditional, reporting driven roles. The challenge is not competence, it is exposure. Without deliberate development of strategic, commercial, and governance related skills, progression can plateau. In active markets such as London, where private equity and venture backed companies represent an important share of hiring, two main routes have emerged for professionals aiming to accelerate their trajectory. The first is to acquire the five core strategic competencies-corporate finance, business valuation, corporate governance, private equity or venture capital exposure, and M&A-through focused executive programmes designed to build decision level capability. The second is to pursue a more entrepreneurial route by taking on fractional CFO or interim finance leadership roles, a fast growing segment driven by high growth and PE backed companies seeking experienced guidance on finance and governance matters. Fractional CFO roles, in particular, are reshaping how senior finance expertise is deployed. These positions place leaders at the centre of dynamic, scaling businesses where every process improvement and strategic decision can multiply enterprise value. Companies in this space are not merely looking for financial reporting or complex Excel workbooks -they seek experienced finance leaders who can bring structure, discipline, and foresight to fast growing teams. The role often involves setting standards that allow the organisation to scale efficiently while maintaining control over risk, governance, and cash flow visibility. Equally important is the ability to act as a genuine business partner to the founding team and executive leadership-working cross functionally to align operations, finance, and strategy toward the next valuation milestone or growth target. Startup funding rarely happens all at once, instead it progresses through distinct stages as the business matures. Each funding round introduces new investors, ideally higher valuations, and increasingly formal expectations around governance and reporting. At each stage, the CFO plays a pivotal role in bridging investor confidence with operational reality, ensuring the company remains both growth oriented and well controlled. At CLFI, we deliver the first online executive programme in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance, with exclusive modules on Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions-topics traditionally reserved for top tier business schools and often accessible only through employer sponsorship. Today, as brand prestige becomes less decisive than demonstrable competence, accessible and high quality executive education provides a direct bridge to boardroom readiness. The Executive Certificate in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance delivers a full business school standard curriculum through flexible, self paced modules. It covers five integrated courses - Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Corporate Governance, Private Equity, . click apply for full job details
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
From Finance Manager to CFO: The Skills that Redefine the Modern Finance Career Path 8 min read October 4, 2025 Introduction Reaching the Chief Financial Officer level remains one of the most visible milestones in a finance career. Yet the path from Finance Manager to CFO is rarely linear. What was once an upward move through accounting and reporting roles has evolved into a broader journey-one that requires fluency in strategy, valuation, governance, and commercial leadership. In today's finance functions, technical skill is essential but no longer sufficient. The modern CFO operates at the intersection of finance, strategy, and business transformation. Over the past decade, the expectations of finance leaders have shifted dramatically. Digitalisation, private capital growth, and cross-border competition have expanded the CFO's remit from stewarding financial statements to shaping corporate direction. Whether in listed companies, venture backed scale ups, or private equity portfolio firms, employers increasingly seek leaders who can connect operational performance with shareholder value. This structural change is redefining both career trajectories and the learning pathways professionals choose along the way. The Career Path: From Finance Manager to CFO Most professionals begin their senior finance journey in controllership, management reporting, or FP&A. The Finance Manager role typically consolidates technical oversight-accounting & financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance-while introducing the first layers of strategic exposure. Progression to Finance Director or Head of FP&A demands a shift toward business partnering. This implies aligning financial data with operational decisions, managing cross functional teams, and guiding capital allocation. These middle senior positions often mark the transition from pure analysis to influence in decision making. At the upper end of the ladder, the Group Controller or CFO role brings together three dimensions of leadership: strategic foresight, governance responsibility, and stakeholder communication. The CFO becomes both an internal advisor to the CEO and a public face to investors, boards, and lenders. Working at a PE or VC Backed Company or Startup In many private equity or venture capital backed companies, the VP Finance role often represents the highest level of financial and operational leadership before a formal finance department is fully established. At this stage, a deep understanding of how private equity operates and how governance frameworks function becomes essential. The VP Finance acts as the bridge between investors and founders-ensuring transparency, financial discipline, and accountability while supporting growth objectives and capital efficiency. In the most competitive markets-London, Paris, Milan, and Madrid-median compensation reflects this blend of accountability and strategic scope. Salaries typically rise from the mid 50k range at Finance Manager level to above £120k or €120k at the CFO level, with bonuses frequently adding 15-25 percent. The salary gap signals more than seniority; it represents the premium on business judgement and boardroom literacy. Each step on the salary ladder is associated with a distinct skill profile. Skills that Drive the Transition Advancing from Finance Manager to CFO requires mastery of both the science and the art of finance leadership. Analysis of senior level job descriptions across the UK and continental Europe reveals five recurring domains of expertise that consistently appear in high earning roles: Corporate Finance: Understanding capital structure, cost of capital, and investment appraisal is now fundamental. CFOs are expected to evaluate projects through NPV, IRR, and scenario analysis, integrating these insights into strategy rather than treating them as compliance exercises. Business Valuation: The ability to value companies, divisions, and strategic options underpins decision making in M&A and fundraising. Whether through discounted cash flow, comparables, or transaction multiples, valuation fluency signals boardroom readiness. Corporate Governance: Boards demand finance leaders who understand oversight frameworks, director duties, and audit committee dynamics. Governance knowledge is increasingly vital as CFOs become custodians of transparency and ethical decision making. Private Equity and Venture Capital Exposure: Many modern CFOs operate within PE backed or VC backed structures. Familiarity with investor reporting, capital calls, and exit strategies differentiates candidates capable of engaging private capital stakeholders. Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategic growth through acquisitions is common across Europe's mid market. Experience managing due diligence, synergy assessment, and post deal integration enhances a finance leader's credibility. Developing these skills systematically is what transforms financial managers into strategic partners. As many executives acknowledge, finance today is no longer just about slicing and dicing excels to present a P&L - which nowadays, thanks to advanced tools and business intelligence these are almost automated - it is more about direction and understanding of market dynamics. Valuefinex, provider of fractional CFO services in the UK and Europe said, "our fractional CFOs support private equity backed and Series A+ companies, where the role typically requires senior finance leaders to prioritise in the short term, the streamlining of the processes, enhancing information flow, and reducing back office manual and repetitive workload. The goal is to redirect those hours toward greater involvement in the commercial and strategic aspects of finance in the mid and long term." This convergence creates both opportunity and pressure. The route to CFO can accelerate for those who deliberately acquire cross functional exposure-leading system implementations, managing investor relations, or contributing to board committees. Conversely, remaining confined to traditional and routine financial control may limit career mobility. Strategic literacy-understanding how to interpret valuation drivers, evaluate capital structure decisions, and communicate governance implications-is increasingly recognised as a key differentiator for leadership succession. Finance professionals who can connect analytical insight with strategic context stand out as future CFOs. The Two Clear Paths to the CFO Role Many finance professionals aspire to reach the CFO level but often find themselves constrained by traditional, reporting driven roles. The challenge is not competence, it is exposure. Without deliberate development of strategic, commercial, and governance related skills, progression can plateau. In active markets such as London, where private equity and venture backed companies represent an important share of hiring, two main routes have emerged for professionals aiming to accelerate their trajectory. The first is to acquire the five core strategic competencies-corporate finance, business valuation, corporate governance, private equity or venture capital exposure, and M&A-through focused executive programmes designed to build decision level capability. The second is to pursue a more entrepreneurial route by taking on fractional CFO or interim finance leadership roles, a fast growing segment driven by high growth and PE backed companies seeking experienced guidance on finance and governance matters. Fractional CFO roles, in particular, are reshaping how senior finance expertise is deployed. These positions place leaders at the centre of dynamic, scaling businesses where every process improvement and strategic decision can multiply enterprise value. Companies in this space are not merely looking for financial reporting or complex Excel workbooks -they seek experienced finance leaders who can bring structure, discipline, and foresight to fast growing teams. The role often involves setting standards that allow the organisation to scale efficiently while maintaining control over risk, governance, and cash flow visibility. Equally important is the ability to act as a genuine business partner to the founding team and executive leadership-working cross functionally to align operations, finance, and strategy toward the next valuation milestone or growth target. Startup funding rarely happens all at once, instead it progresses through distinct stages as the business matures. Each funding round introduces new investors, ideally higher valuations, and increasingly formal expectations around governance and reporting. At each stage, the CFO plays a pivotal role in bridging investor confidence with operational reality, ensuring the company remains both growth oriented and well controlled. At CLFI, we deliver the first online executive programme in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance, with exclusive modules on Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions-topics traditionally reserved for top tier business schools and often accessible only through employer sponsorship. Today, as brand prestige becomes less decisive than demonstrable competence, accessible and high quality executive education provides a direct bridge to boardroom readiness. The Executive Certificate in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance delivers a full business school standard curriculum through flexible, self paced modules. It covers five integrated courses - Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Corporate Governance, Private Equity, . click apply for full job details
From Finance Manager to CFO: The Skills that Redefine the Modern Finance Career Path 8 min read October 4, 2025 Introduction Reaching the Chief Financial Officer level remains one of the most visible milestones in a finance career. Yet the path from Finance Manager to CFO is rarely linear. What was once an upward move through accounting and reporting roles has evolved into a broader journey-one that requires fluency in strategy, valuation, governance, and commercial leadership. In today's finance functions, technical skill is essential but no longer sufficient. The modern CFO operates at the intersection of finance, strategy, and business transformation. Over the past decade, the expectations of finance leaders have shifted dramatically. Digitalisation, private capital growth, and cross-border competition have expanded the CFO's remit from stewarding financial statements to shaping corporate direction. Whether in listed companies, venture backed scale ups, or private equity portfolio firms, employers increasingly seek leaders who can connect operational performance with shareholder value. This structural change is redefining both career trajectories and the learning pathways professionals choose along the way. The Career Path: From Finance Manager to CFO Most professionals begin their senior finance journey in controllership, management reporting, or FP&A. The Finance Manager role typically consolidates technical oversight-accounting & financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance-while introducing the first layers of strategic exposure. Progression to Finance Director or Head of FP&A demands a shift toward business partnering. This implies aligning financial data with operational decisions, managing cross functional teams, and guiding capital allocation. These middle senior positions often mark the transition from pure analysis to influence in decision making. At the upper end of the ladder, the Group Controller or CFO role brings together three dimensions of leadership: strategic foresight, governance responsibility, and stakeholder communication. The CFO becomes both an internal advisor to the CEO and a public face to investors, boards, and lenders. Working at a PE or VC Backed Company or Startup In many private equity or venture capital backed companies, the VP Finance role often represents the highest level of financial and operational leadership before a formal finance department is fully established. At this stage, a deep understanding of how private equity operates and how governance frameworks function becomes essential. The VP Finance acts as the bridge between investors and founders-ensuring transparency, financial discipline, and accountability while supporting growth objectives and capital efficiency. In the most competitive markets-London, Paris, Milan, and Madrid-median compensation reflects this blend of accountability and strategic scope. Salaries typically rise from the mid 50k range at Finance Manager level to above £120k or €120k at the CFO level, with bonuses frequently adding 15-25 percent. The salary gap signals more than seniority; it represents the premium on business judgement and boardroom literacy. Each step on the salary ladder is associated with a distinct skill profile. Skills that Drive the Transition Advancing from Finance Manager to CFO requires mastery of both the science and the art of finance leadership. Analysis of senior level job descriptions across the UK and continental Europe reveals five recurring domains of expertise that consistently appear in high earning roles: Corporate Finance: Understanding capital structure, cost of capital, and investment appraisal is now fundamental. CFOs are expected to evaluate projects through NPV, IRR, and scenario analysis, integrating these insights into strategy rather than treating them as compliance exercises. Business Valuation: The ability to value companies, divisions, and strategic options underpins decision making in M&A and fundraising. Whether through discounted cash flow, comparables, or transaction multiples, valuation fluency signals boardroom readiness. Corporate Governance: Boards demand finance leaders who understand oversight frameworks, director duties, and audit committee dynamics. Governance knowledge is increasingly vital as CFOs become custodians of transparency and ethical decision making. Private Equity and Venture Capital Exposure: Many modern CFOs operate within PE backed or VC backed structures. Familiarity with investor reporting, capital calls, and exit strategies differentiates candidates capable of engaging private capital stakeholders. Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategic growth through acquisitions is common across Europe's mid market. Experience managing due diligence, synergy assessment, and post deal integration enhances a finance leader's credibility. Developing these skills systematically is what transforms financial managers into strategic partners. As many executives acknowledge, finance today is no longer just about slicing and dicing excels to present a P&L - which nowadays, thanks to advanced tools and business intelligence these are almost automated - it is more about direction and understanding of market dynamics. Valuefinex, provider of fractional CFO services in the UK and Europe said, "our fractional CFOs support private equity backed and Series A+ companies, where the role typically requires senior finance leaders to prioritise in the short term, the streamlining of the processes, enhancing information flow, and reducing back office manual and repetitive workload. The goal is to redirect those hours toward greater involvement in the commercial and strategic aspects of finance in the mid and long term." This convergence creates both opportunity and pressure. The route to CFO can accelerate for those who deliberately acquire cross functional exposure-leading system implementations, managing investor relations, or contributing to board committees. Conversely, remaining confined to traditional and routine financial control may limit career mobility. Strategic literacy-understanding how to interpret valuation drivers, evaluate capital structure decisions, and communicate governance implications-is increasingly recognised as a key differentiator for leadership succession. Finance professionals who can connect analytical insight with strategic context stand out as future CFOs. The Two Clear Paths to the CFO Role Many finance professionals aspire to reach the CFO level but often find themselves constrained by traditional, reporting driven roles. The challenge is not competence, it is exposure. Without deliberate development of strategic, commercial, and governance related skills, progression can plateau. In active markets such as London, where private equity and venture backed companies represent an important share of hiring, two main routes have emerged for professionals aiming to accelerate their trajectory. The first is to acquire the five core strategic competencies-corporate finance, business valuation, corporate governance, private equity or venture capital exposure, and M&A-through focused executive programmes designed to build decision level capability. The second is to pursue a more entrepreneurial route by taking on fractional CFO or interim finance leadership roles, a fast growing segment driven by high growth and PE backed companies seeking experienced guidance on finance and governance matters. Fractional CFO roles, in particular, are reshaping how senior finance expertise is deployed. These positions place leaders at the centre of dynamic, scaling businesses where every process improvement and strategic decision can multiply enterprise value. Companies in this space are not merely looking for financial reporting or complex Excel workbooks -they seek experienced finance leaders who can bring structure, discipline, and foresight to fast growing teams. The role often involves setting standards that allow the organisation to scale efficiently while maintaining control over risk, governance, and cash flow visibility. Equally important is the ability to act as a genuine business partner to the founding team and executive leadership-working cross functionally to align operations, finance, and strategy toward the next valuation milestone or growth target. Startup funding rarely happens all at once, instead it progresses through distinct stages as the business matures. Each funding round introduces new investors, ideally higher valuations, and increasingly formal expectations around governance and reporting. At each stage, the CFO plays a pivotal role in bridging investor confidence with operational reality, ensuring the company remains both growth oriented and well controlled. At CLFI, we deliver the first online executive programme in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance, with exclusive modules on Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions-topics traditionally reserved for top tier business schools and often accessible only through employer sponsorship. Today, as brand prestige becomes less decisive than demonstrable competence, accessible and high quality executive education provides a direct bridge to boardroom readiness. The Executive Certificate in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance delivers a full business school standard curriculum through flexible, self paced modules. It covers five integrated courses - Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Corporate Governance, Private Equity, . click apply for full job details
Apr 06, 2026
Full time
From Finance Manager to CFO: The Skills that Redefine the Modern Finance Career Path 8 min read October 4, 2025 Introduction Reaching the Chief Financial Officer level remains one of the most visible milestones in a finance career. Yet the path from Finance Manager to CFO is rarely linear. What was once an upward move through accounting and reporting roles has evolved into a broader journey-one that requires fluency in strategy, valuation, governance, and commercial leadership. In today's finance functions, technical skill is essential but no longer sufficient. The modern CFO operates at the intersection of finance, strategy, and business transformation. Over the past decade, the expectations of finance leaders have shifted dramatically. Digitalisation, private capital growth, and cross-border competition have expanded the CFO's remit from stewarding financial statements to shaping corporate direction. Whether in listed companies, venture backed scale ups, or private equity portfolio firms, employers increasingly seek leaders who can connect operational performance with shareholder value. This structural change is redefining both career trajectories and the learning pathways professionals choose along the way. The Career Path: From Finance Manager to CFO Most professionals begin their senior finance journey in controllership, management reporting, or FP&A. The Finance Manager role typically consolidates technical oversight-accounting & financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance-while introducing the first layers of strategic exposure. Progression to Finance Director or Head of FP&A demands a shift toward business partnering. This implies aligning financial data with operational decisions, managing cross functional teams, and guiding capital allocation. These middle senior positions often mark the transition from pure analysis to influence in decision making. At the upper end of the ladder, the Group Controller or CFO role brings together three dimensions of leadership: strategic foresight, governance responsibility, and stakeholder communication. The CFO becomes both an internal advisor to the CEO and a public face to investors, boards, and lenders. Working at a PE or VC Backed Company or Startup In many private equity or venture capital backed companies, the VP Finance role often represents the highest level of financial and operational leadership before a formal finance department is fully established. At this stage, a deep understanding of how private equity operates and how governance frameworks function becomes essential. The VP Finance acts as the bridge between investors and founders-ensuring transparency, financial discipline, and accountability while supporting growth objectives and capital efficiency. In the most competitive markets-London, Paris, Milan, and Madrid-median compensation reflects this blend of accountability and strategic scope. Salaries typically rise from the mid 50k range at Finance Manager level to above £120k or €120k at the CFO level, with bonuses frequently adding 15-25 percent. The salary gap signals more than seniority; it represents the premium on business judgement and boardroom literacy. Each step on the salary ladder is associated with a distinct skill profile. Skills that Drive the Transition Advancing from Finance Manager to CFO requires mastery of both the science and the art of finance leadership. Analysis of senior level job descriptions across the UK and continental Europe reveals five recurring domains of expertise that consistently appear in high earning roles: Corporate Finance: Understanding capital structure, cost of capital, and investment appraisal is now fundamental. CFOs are expected to evaluate projects through NPV, IRR, and scenario analysis, integrating these insights into strategy rather than treating them as compliance exercises. Business Valuation: The ability to value companies, divisions, and strategic options underpins decision making in M&A and fundraising. Whether through discounted cash flow, comparables, or transaction multiples, valuation fluency signals boardroom readiness. Corporate Governance: Boards demand finance leaders who understand oversight frameworks, director duties, and audit committee dynamics. Governance knowledge is increasingly vital as CFOs become custodians of transparency and ethical decision making. Private Equity and Venture Capital Exposure: Many modern CFOs operate within PE backed or VC backed structures. Familiarity with investor reporting, capital calls, and exit strategies differentiates candidates capable of engaging private capital stakeholders. Mergers and Acquisitions: Strategic growth through acquisitions is common across Europe's mid market. Experience managing due diligence, synergy assessment, and post deal integration enhances a finance leader's credibility. Developing these skills systematically is what transforms financial managers into strategic partners. As many executives acknowledge, finance today is no longer just about slicing and dicing excels to present a P&L - which nowadays, thanks to advanced tools and business intelligence these are almost automated - it is more about direction and understanding of market dynamics. Valuefinex, provider of fractional CFO services in the UK and Europe said, "our fractional CFOs support private equity backed and Series A+ companies, where the role typically requires senior finance leaders to prioritise in the short term, the streamlining of the processes, enhancing information flow, and reducing back office manual and repetitive workload. The goal is to redirect those hours toward greater involvement in the commercial and strategic aspects of finance in the mid and long term." This convergence creates both opportunity and pressure. The route to CFO can accelerate for those who deliberately acquire cross functional exposure-leading system implementations, managing investor relations, or contributing to board committees. Conversely, remaining confined to traditional and routine financial control may limit career mobility. Strategic literacy-understanding how to interpret valuation drivers, evaluate capital structure decisions, and communicate governance implications-is increasingly recognised as a key differentiator for leadership succession. Finance professionals who can connect analytical insight with strategic context stand out as future CFOs. The Two Clear Paths to the CFO Role Many finance professionals aspire to reach the CFO level but often find themselves constrained by traditional, reporting driven roles. The challenge is not competence, it is exposure. Without deliberate development of strategic, commercial, and governance related skills, progression can plateau. In active markets such as London, where private equity and venture backed companies represent an important share of hiring, two main routes have emerged for professionals aiming to accelerate their trajectory. The first is to acquire the five core strategic competencies-corporate finance, business valuation, corporate governance, private equity or venture capital exposure, and M&A-through focused executive programmes designed to build decision level capability. The second is to pursue a more entrepreneurial route by taking on fractional CFO or interim finance leadership roles, a fast growing segment driven by high growth and PE backed companies seeking experienced guidance on finance and governance matters. Fractional CFO roles, in particular, are reshaping how senior finance expertise is deployed. These positions place leaders at the centre of dynamic, scaling businesses where every process improvement and strategic decision can multiply enterprise value. Companies in this space are not merely looking for financial reporting or complex Excel workbooks -they seek experienced finance leaders who can bring structure, discipline, and foresight to fast growing teams. The role often involves setting standards that allow the organisation to scale efficiently while maintaining control over risk, governance, and cash flow visibility. Equally important is the ability to act as a genuine business partner to the founding team and executive leadership-working cross functionally to align operations, finance, and strategy toward the next valuation milestone or growth target. Startup funding rarely happens all at once, instead it progresses through distinct stages as the business matures. Each funding round introduces new investors, ideally higher valuations, and increasingly formal expectations around governance and reporting. At each stage, the CFO plays a pivotal role in bridging investor confidence with operational reality, ensuring the company remains both growth oriented and well controlled. At CLFI, we deliver the first online executive programme in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance, with exclusive modules on Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions-topics traditionally reserved for top tier business schools and often accessible only through employer sponsorship. Today, as brand prestige becomes less decisive than demonstrable competence, accessible and high quality executive education provides a direct bridge to boardroom readiness. The Executive Certificate in Corporate Finance, Valuation & Governance delivers a full business school standard curriculum through flexible, self paced modules. It covers five integrated courses - Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Corporate Governance, Private Equity, . click apply for full job details
Interim Position - Initially a 9-Month Fixed Term Contract Location: West Bromwich Sector: Service-Based Engineering We are seeking a highly capable and proactive professional to join a well-established, service-driven engineering business based in West Bromwich on a 9-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a fast-paced environment and make an immediate impact wi click apply for full job details
Apr 04, 2026
Contractor
Interim Position - Initially a 9-Month Fixed Term Contract Location: West Bromwich Sector: Service-Based Engineering We are seeking a highly capable and proactive professional to join a well-established, service-driven engineering business based in West Bromwich on a 9-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a fast-paced environment and make an immediate impact wi click apply for full job details
I'm delighted to be partnering fast-growing business who develop and operate some of the UK's most innovative projects. This is to appoint a Group Financial Controller on a 15-month fixed-term contract. Based in Harrogate, 4 days per week. This is an excellent chance to join a company where the team truly cares about each other's development, wellbeing, and success - and where you'll immediately feel part of something special. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping the finance function during a period of growth and future investment planning. You'll be joining a collaborative environment where everyone pulls together. The finance team is tight-knit and hands-on and they're looking for someone who shares that energy. You'll have exposure to UK and international operations, work closely with senior leadership, and take the lead on both day-to-day group accounting and strategic projects that will influence the future direction of the business. As Group Financial Controller, you will: Oversee and manage all accounting across a complex UK and overseas group structure Review financial paperwork, statements, and submissions Support and develop the finance team Take a hands-on approach across the function Lead or support on due diligence workstreams Be involved in funding discussions and financial projects tied to longer-term investment plans Contribute to strategic work as the business positions itself for the future We're looking for someone who brings: Hands-on group accounting experience within a complex structure Strong people leadership skills Experience in transactions, due diligence, or investment-related projects (desirable but not essential) A proactive, collaborative, team-focused mindset If you are available to start a new contract in February 2026, please send over your CV to Niamh Hellewell at HW Finance.
Apr 02, 2026
Contractor
I'm delighted to be partnering fast-growing business who develop and operate some of the UK's most innovative projects. This is to appoint a Group Financial Controller on a 15-month fixed-term contract. Based in Harrogate, 4 days per week. This is an excellent chance to join a company where the team truly cares about each other's development, wellbeing, and success - and where you'll immediately feel part of something special. This role will play a pivotal part in shaping the finance function during a period of growth and future investment planning. You'll be joining a collaborative environment where everyone pulls together. The finance team is tight-knit and hands-on and they're looking for someone who shares that energy. You'll have exposure to UK and international operations, work closely with senior leadership, and take the lead on both day-to-day group accounting and strategic projects that will influence the future direction of the business. As Group Financial Controller, you will: Oversee and manage all accounting across a complex UK and overseas group structure Review financial paperwork, statements, and submissions Support and develop the finance team Take a hands-on approach across the function Lead or support on due diligence workstreams Be involved in funding discussions and financial projects tied to longer-term investment plans Contribute to strategic work as the business positions itself for the future We're looking for someone who brings: Hands-on group accounting experience within a complex structure Strong people leadership skills Experience in transactions, due diligence, or investment-related projects (desirable but not essential) A proactive, collaborative, team-focused mindset If you are available to start a new contract in February 2026, please send over your CV to Niamh Hellewell at HW Finance.
