Group Financial Controller Interim

Cedar is working exclusively with a highly acquisitive, Private Equity-backed technology firm to recruit an Interim Group Financial Controller. This position is initially offered as a 6-9-month contract, with a competitive day rate ranging from £850 to £1,150 (Outside IR35).

The Company

A fast-growing, London-based leader in the tech sector, this company is renowned for delivering cutting-edge solutions to its international client base. With an aggressive expansion strategy and a strong track record of successful M&A activity, the business is continuing to scale rapidly, both domestically and globally.

The Role

This is a high-profile, pivotal role within the finance team, ideal for a senior finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The role offers the opportunity to drive change, improve processes, and support the company’s continued expansion through strategic acquisitions.

• Financial Reporting Leadership: Oversee the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting cycles, ensuring accuracy, compliance with IFRS standards, and timely delivery.
• Audit and Compliance: Manage external auditor relationships, ensuring compliance with IFRS and navigating complex accounting challenges.
• Team Leadership: Lead a high-performing, geographically dispersed team, spread across multiple time zones and regulatory environments
• Process Optimisation: Drive improvements to financial systems and processes, enabling scalable reporting solutions to support the business’s growing international footprint.
• Acquisitions and Integration: Lead the seamless integration of newly acquired businesses into the financial reporting process, ensuring smooth consolidation and financial management across the global group.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with FP&A and Corporate Finance teams to ensure clear understanding of financial performance and alignment with strategic goals.

Your Profile

We’re looking for an experienced Interim Financial Controller with a deep understanding of consolidation, technical accounting, and audit. You should have the following attributes:

• Leadership: Proven success in leading global finance teams through complex reporting processes and tight deadlines.
• Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of IFRS and a history of addressing complex accounting matters with precision.
• Change Driver: A proactive, solution-oriented mindset, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and process efficiency.
• Collaborative: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable working across multiple teams and with senior stakeholders.
• Adaptable: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment, managing the complexities of an acquisitive, high-growth technology business.

Compensation & Benefits

This role offers a competitive day rate of £850 to £1,150 (Outside IR35), providing the chance to make a significant impact within a dynamic, rapidly expanding organisation.

You’ll work alongside a talented finance team and contribute directly to the firm’s ongoing success during an exciting phase of expansion and acquisition integration.

The company’s office is centrally located in London, with excellent transport links.