Interim Financial Controller3-4-Month Contract Bristol (Hybrid) Inside IR35 (March - July) Charlie Maidment from the Hays Bristol senior finance team is recruiting for an Interim Financial Controller for a short-term, high-impact assignment based in Bristol.This role is designed to provide hands-on leadership and stability to the finance function while a permanent hire is secured. The assignment runs from March to July, with one day per week on site and the remainder remote.Day rate: £450-£600 (Inside IR35) Interviews: One-stage interview via Microsoft Teams, available immediatelyThe RoleReporting to the UK and Ireland Finance Director, you will take ownership of financial controllership across the UK and Ireland, operating within a fast-paced, multi-site environment.You will play a critical role in safeguarding balance sheet integrity, improving working capital performance and ensuring statutory and technical compliance. The position works closely with an offshore Shared Services Centre and central finance teams, requiring strong leadership and the ability to drive outcomes through influence rather than hierarchy.Key Responsibilities Full ownership of the UK and Ireland balance sheet, including month-end review, reconciliations and continuous improvementLead working capital performance, cash forecasting and reporting to senior leadershipAct as the primary finance contact and escalation point for Shared Services, audits and technical accounting queriesDrive balance sheet cle