Interim Financial Controller

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  • Job type

    Contract

  • Location

    Liskeard

  • Working Pattern

    Full-time

  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified

  • Industry

    Engineering

  • Pay

    £ Competitive

  • Closing date

    9 Apr 2026
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Interim Financial Controller job in Cornwall

Interim Financial Controller
Location: Liskeard area (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role
We are seeking a technically strong and commercially astute finance professional to join our clients finance team as an Interim Financial Controller. This position is well-suited to someone currently working in accountancy practice who is ready to transition into industry and take ownership of financial operations within a fast-paced engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare statutory accounts, management accounts, and journal entries for review
  • Maintain general ledger accuracy and complete monthly reconciliations
  • Oversee shared service accounting functions and ensure precise financial reporting
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and wider financial planning activities
  • Process financial data using internal systems and provide analysis of outputs
  • Play an active role in financial data processing and ongoing financial management
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues to ensure the timely completion of all finance tasks
  • Ensure compliance with relevant engineering-sector financial regulations and reporting standards
  • Lead improvements in financial systems, processes, and internal controls

Industry-Specific Challenges
  • Navigating complex engineering compliance requirements and project‑based cost accounting
  • Managing asset‑intensive balance sheets, including machinery, equipment, and capital projects
  • Handling variable operational cycles driven by project timelines and client demand
  • Ensuring accurate revenue recognition and contract accounting for engineered products and services

Qualifications & Experience
  • QBE (Qualified by Experience)
  • AAT Level 3 or higher advantageous but not essential
  • ACCA or CIMA part‑qualified/qualified preferred but not required
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge
  • Experience working within a busy, multi-entity environment is beneficial
  • Confident user of financial systems and Excel
  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical capabilities
  • Effective communicator with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting
  • Ability to manage workflow efficiently and handle supplier or customer financial queries

Desirable
  • Experience in engineering or other asset‑intensive industries
  • Familiarity with UK GAAP and IFRS
  • Exposure to ERP systems

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