Interim Financial Controller required for a period of 6 months. This role would suit someone who is ready to lead, transform and future-proof finance in a complex, data-driven organisation. My client is looking for a strategic, technically strong Financial Controller to take ownership of financial control, reporting excellence and finance systems leadership - while driving automation and AI-enabled improvements.Key tasksLead core finance operations: billing, AR/AP, general ledger, cost, inventory and revenue accountingDeliver month-end and year-end close processesEnsure statutory accounts, tax and management reporting meet the highest standardsStrengthen financial governance, controls and audit readinessEmbed robust financial policies and drive constructive complianceProvide sharp, technically grounded accounting insight to senior stakeholdersTrack emerging technical accounting developments and advise on impactAct as business owner for Dynamics 365 Finance - shaping the roadmap for process, data governance and automation improvementsBuild, lead and develop a high-performing finance teamQualifications and SkillsFully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)Strong technical accounting expertise with statutory reporting experienceProven leadership of high-performing, inclusive finance teamsStrong finance systems knowledge (D365 highly desirable)Passion for improving processes, controls, data quality and AI-enabled automationCollaborative, proactive leader with a st