Financial Controller – Contract

An experienced Financial Controller is required on a contract basis to support global accounting operations during a key period of transformation. The contractor will take ownership of core accounting processes, support financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions, and provide leadership to a small accounting team.

This role requires someone who can quickly embed into an organisation, operate hands-on across operational accounting activities, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.

Benefits

• £60k – £70k salary (pro-rata)
• Flexible working
  • 1 office day and 4 days from home

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations across multiple international entities.

• Manage and review month-end close activities including journal entries, reconciliations, and consolidation.

• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in line with U.S. GAAP.

• Manage intercompany transactions, eliminations, and multi-entity reporting processes.

• Lead and coordinate statutory audits and work closely with external auditors.

• Oversee global cash flow monitoring and support short- and long-term cash forecasting.

• Provide financial reporting and insight to senior finance leadership.

• Manage and support a small team of accounting professionals while driving process improvements.

Required Experience

• Qualified Accountant (CPA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).

• Experience in a managerial or team leadership role.

• Strong technical knowledge of U.S. GAAP and consolidation accounting.

• Experience managing statutory audits and multi-entity environments

Apply below or get in touch with Marc Norton at Artemis Human Capital for full details