Interim Group Financial Controller
Posted on Jun 11, 2026 by CV-Library
Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Retail Trade
Immediate Start
£90k - £100k Annual
Contract/Project
Interim Group Financial Controller
Derby | 3 days on site | 6 months FTC (strong potential for extension or temp-to-perm) | PE-backed environment
IMMEDIATE START REQUIRED
Gleeson are delighted to be working with a large, complex, multi-entity client of ours looking for an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller to provide strong financial leadership during a key phase of growth and transformation.
This role requires a technically strong finance leader with the commerciality and confidence to manage a developing team, challenge existing processes, drive efficiencies, and deliver change. Private equity experience is highly preferred and will be prioritised.
Key requirements of the Interim Group Financial Controller:
Proven team management and leadership experience (essential)
Experience within a large, complex organisation (multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation) (essential)
Strong technical accounting expertise with a commercial, improvement-focused mindset
PE-backed business experience (highly desirable)
Able to work 3 days per week on site in Derby (essential)
The role:
As part of the SLT you'll take ownership of end-to-end financial control across the group, including:
Leading and developing the finance teamI
nvestor-grade monthly reporting, board packs and statutory accounts
Group consolidations and maintaining a robust control environment
Tax compliance, audit management and external stakeholder relationships
Driving working capital, margin and cash improvements
You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience outlined above and a track record of operating at pace in performance-driven environments.
A high-impact interim role for a hands-on leader who thrives on driving value and delivering change.
For this role, please note:
Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without any need sponsorship.
Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Derby to accommodate 3 days onsite - this is non-negotiable.
CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised.At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data
Derby | 3 days on site | 6 months FTC (strong potential for extension or temp-to-perm) | PE-backed environment
IMMEDIATE START REQUIRED
Gleeson are delighted to be working with a large, complex, multi-entity client of ours looking for an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller to provide strong financial leadership during a key phase of growth and transformation.
This role requires a technically strong finance leader with the commerciality and confidence to manage a developing team, challenge existing processes, drive efficiencies, and deliver change. Private equity experience is highly preferred and will be prioritised.
Key requirements of the Interim Group Financial Controller:
Proven team management and leadership experience (essential)
Experience within a large, complex organisation (multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation) (essential)
Strong technical accounting expertise with a commercial, improvement-focused mindset
PE-backed business experience (highly desirable)
Able to work 3 days per week on site in Derby (essential)
The role:
As part of the SLT you'll take ownership of end-to-end financial control across the group, including:
Leading and developing the finance teamI
nvestor-grade monthly reporting, board packs and statutory accounts
Group consolidations and maintaining a robust control environment
Tax compliance, audit management and external stakeholder relationships
Driving working capital, margin and cash improvements
You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience outlined above and a track record of operating at pace in performance-driven environments.
A high-impact interim role for a hands-on leader who thrives on driving value and delivering change.
For this role, please note:
Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without any need sponsorship.
Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Derby to accommodate 3 days onsite - this is non-negotiable.
CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised.At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data
Reference: 225238459
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Interim Group Financial Controller
Posted on Jun 11, 2026 by CV-Library
Derby, Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Retail Trade
Immediate Start
£90k - £100k Annual
Contract/Project
Interim Group Financial Controller
Derby | 3 days on site | 6 months FTC (strong potential for extension or temp-to-perm) | PE-backed environment
IMMEDIATE START REQUIRED
Gleeson are delighted to be working with a large, complex, multi-entity client of ours looking for an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller to provide strong financial leadership during a key phase of growth and transformation.
This role requires a technically strong finance leader with the commerciality and confidence to manage a developing team, challenge existing processes, drive efficiencies, and deliver change. Private equity experience is highly preferred and will be prioritised.
Key requirements of the Interim Group Financial Controller:
Proven team management and leadership experience (essential)
Experience within a large, complex organisation (multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation) (essential)
Strong technical accounting expertise with a commercial, improvement-focused mindset
PE-backed business experience (highly desirable)
Able to work 3 days per week on site in Derby (essential)
The role:
As part of the SLT you'll take ownership of end-to-end financial control across the group, including:
Leading and developing the finance teamI
nvestor-grade monthly reporting, board packs and statutory accounts
Group consolidations and maintaining a robust control environment
Tax compliance, audit management and external stakeholder relationships
Driving working capital, margin and cash improvements
You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience outlined above and a track record of operating at pace in performance-driven environments.
A high-impact interim role for a hands-on leader who thrives on driving value and delivering change.
For this role, please note:
Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without any need sponsorship.
Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Derby to accommodate 3 days onsite - this is non-negotiable.
CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised.At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data
Derby | 3 days on site | 6 months FTC (strong potential for extension or temp-to-perm) | PE-backed environment
IMMEDIATE START REQUIRED
Gleeson are delighted to be working with a large, complex, multi-entity client of ours looking for an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller to provide strong financial leadership during a key phase of growth and transformation.
This role requires a technically strong finance leader with the commerciality and confidence to manage a developing team, challenge existing processes, drive efficiencies, and deliver change. Private equity experience is highly preferred and will be prioritised.
Key requirements of the Interim Group Financial Controller:
Proven team management and leadership experience (essential)
Experience within a large, complex organisation (multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation) (essential)
Strong technical accounting expertise with a commercial, improvement-focused mindset
PE-backed business experience (highly desirable)
Able to work 3 days per week on site in Derby (essential)
The role:
As part of the SLT you'll take ownership of end-to-end financial control across the group, including:
Leading and developing the finance teamI
nvestor-grade monthly reporting, board packs and statutory accounts
Group consolidations and maintaining a robust control environment
Tax compliance, audit management and external stakeholder relationships
Driving working capital, margin and cash improvements
You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong post-qualification experience outlined above and a track record of operating at pace in performance-driven environments.
A high-impact interim role for a hands-on leader who thrives on driving value and delivering change.
For this role, please note:
Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without any need sponsorship.
Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Derby to accommodate 3 days onsite - this is non-negotiable.
CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised.At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data
Reference: 225238459
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