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Posted 24 July, 2026

Financial Accounting and Controls Manager

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Bristol, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

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  • Interim Financial Accounting & Controls Manager
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  • Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 3 days office, 2 days home)
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  • Rate: £450 PAYE / £515 Umbrella per day
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  • Duration: Initial 3-6-month contract
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Financial Accounting & Controls Manager to join a large, complex organisation undergoing significant transformation. Working within a specialist finance team, you will be responsible for ensuring robust financial accounting, governance and controls across a major business area whilst driving process improvements, enhancing compliance and supporting best practice across the wider finance function.

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Key Responsibilities

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* Ownership of financial accounting and controls across a designated business area

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* Preparation of technical accounting papers and support on accounting judgements

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* Ensuring compliance with financial policies, regulations and governance requirements

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* Supporting audit activity and strengthening financial control frameworks

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* Driving process improvements and contributing to a faster, more efficient month-end close process

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* Working with senior stakeholders across a large matrix organisation.About You

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* ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified

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* Strong financial accounting and reporting experience

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* Proven background in financial controls, governance, risk and compliance

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* Experience operating within large, complex organisations

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* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

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* Technical accounting expertise and experience of statutory reportinG

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* SAP experience would be advantageous.This role would suit a Financial Controls Manager, Financial Reporting Manager, Group Accountant, Technical Accounting Manager or experienced Finance Manager seeking an exciting interim opportunity within a high-profile programme.

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For a confidential discussion, please apply below or contact Charles Maidment at Hays Senior Finance Bristol & Bath.

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