Interim Financial Controller, PE backed Media business, London, £600-£800pd doe, intial 6 month contract. Altum Consulting are partnering with a private equity-backed business headquartered in London to appoint an experienced Financial Controller on an initial 6-month contract.This is a hands-on leadership role requiring immediate impact and strong technical expertise. This role will suit a technically strong, delivery-focused Financial Controller who understands what "good" looks like in a PE-backed or large-scale environment and can execute with pace and precision across MandA activity. Key Responsibilities:Take ownership of financial control across UK entitiesLead and manage a robust month-end close processEnsure strong governance and controls are embedded during system changes/MandA activityEnsure accurate and timely preparation of financial statements under IFRSOversee full balance sheet ownership, including opening and closing balancesDrive improvements in the quality and integrity of balance sheet reconciliationsLead consolidation activities, including a significant intercompany reconciliation and clean-up programmeImplement and document clear accountability across the finance functionDrive process improvements to enhance efficiency, controls and reporting timelinesSupport ERP transition from Microsoft Dynamics 365 to NetSuiteSupport international operations, including occasional travelYou''ll be/have:Qualified Accountant with substantial experience in a Financial Cont