Interim Financial Controller

Cedar is currently partnered with a renowned Hospitality business to secure an Interim Financial Controller, based in Central London with 4 days per week based from the office. The role is a 4 to 6-month initial contract, paying a day rate between £550 - £650 per day (Umbrella).

The Company

This prestigious organisation based in Central London is a market-leader in the Hospitality industry.

The Role

As Interim Financial Controller, you will:

• Lead and direct the finance team, supporting the business and the Finance Director.
• Oversee all operational aspects of the Balance Sheet, P&L, and Cashflow including carrying out balance sheet reconciliations and consolidations.
• Manage the month-end process from start to finish.
• Handle lender reporting, including covenant compliance.
• Oversee statutory reporting and liaise with external accountants as needed.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities, conduct variance analysis and report on trends.
• Hold responsibility for CAPEX monitoring.
• Review and authorise POs, expenses, refunds, allowances, and banking transactions per company policy.
• Complete quarterly and monthly VAT returns within HMRC deadlines.

Your Profile

You will ideally have:

• A formal accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA/CIMA/CA).
• Previous experience working within a consumer-facing sector i.e. Hospitality, Retail, Travel etc.
• Previous experience within a similar role, holding responsibility for a finance team and driving a strong financial controls environment.
• Prior experience in an interim / contract role.
• Availability to begin immediately.
• The rate of £550 - £650 per day represents a fair value, or logical increase on your previous salary or day rate.

Compensation & Benefits

As well as the day rate of £550 - £650 per day, this contract role as Interim Financial Controller, offers the chance to join a fast-paced organisation with a best-in-class finance team.

Their highly impressive Central London office is easily accessible by public transport, and they typically attend the office between 4 and 5 days per week.

They are a highly collaborative, collegiate environment, that rewards success.