Interim Financial Controller

Chalk Hill Group are working with an multi-national, private equity-backed business, based in Basingstoke, in their search for an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join the team for an initial 6-month contract. This role will play a key part in supporting the finance function during a period of operational improvement and process development.The successful candidate will bring strong financial control experience along with a hands-on approach to improving manual finance processes and strengthening reporting and controls within a fast-moving, private equity backed environment.Key Responsibilities:Oversee day-to-day financial control and ensure accurate and timely reportingReview and improve existing manual finance processes, identifying opportunities for efficiency and automationSupport month-end close and management reportingStrengthen financial controls and governance in line with private equity expectationsPartner with senior leadership to provide financial insight and support decision-makingAssist with process documentation and implementation of improved workflowsKey Requirements:Proven experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance leaderExperience working within private equity-backed or high-growth businesses is highly desirableStrong track record of process improvement, particularly around manual finance processesHands-on, pragmatic approach with the ability to quickly assess and improve existing systemsQualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or ..... full job details .....