Financial Accounting and Controls Manager

Interim Financial Accounting & Controls Manager Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 3 days office, 2 days home) Rate: £450 PAYE / £515 Umbrella per day Duration: Initial 3-6-month contractAn 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. Key Responsibilities * Ownership of financial accounting and controls across a designated business area * Preparation of technical accounting papers and support on accounting judgements * Ensuring compliance with financial policies, regulations and governance requirements * Supporting audit activity and strengthening financial control frameworks * Driving process improvements and contributing to a faster, more efficient month-end close process * Working with senior stakeholders across a large matrix organisation. About You * ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified * Strong financial accounting and reporting experience * Proven background in financial controls, governance, risk and compliance * Experience operating within large, complex organisations * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills * Technical accounting expertise and experience of statutory reportinG * 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. For a confidential discussion, please apply below or contact Charles Maidment at Hays Senior Finance Bristol & Bath. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)