We at Handle are currently working with one of the UK's fastest growing start-ups assisting them with their search for a qualified Interim Financial Controller. They require someone to take on their role at short notice and remain in the position until they secure a permanent hire, they are anticipating this being for circa 5 months. Working closely with the senior leadership team and reporting into the CFO your duties would include: Manage monthly management accounts process, including variance analysis, reporting and reconciliations Prepare the statutory accounts and manage tax compliance Document our processes and develop our control framework, evaluating and managing risk Coordinate our Audit process Drive process improvements with a focus on efficiency through automation whether this means process change using excel/Xero, implementing new add-on software or working with our product team to build internal software Setup of our international entities and manage their compliance Be responsible for our AP process Support the Head of Business Operations and Founders with budget forecast and cash flow forecast analysis Develop a culture of partnering across the business All applicants MUST be full qualified accountants (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) and have worked in a managerial role within a fast paced business previously. Those with professional services experience will be looked on more kindly. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds PLEASE NOTE: Due to the high volume of applications we receive we are unable to respond to everyone. If you have not heard from us within 5 working days of sending your CV then you have not been shortlisted for the position you have applied for.