Interim Financial Controller
Armstrong Knight

Northampton, Northamptonshire
•19 hours ago
•No application
About
The BusinessOur client is one of the UK’s most respected, manufacturer-approved vehicle repair specialists, a brand renowned for exceptional workmanship, OEM partnerships, and uncompromising quality.Having recently joined a fast-growing, private-equity-backed repair group, the business is now entering a transformational phase driven by integration, operational excellence and high-growth ambitions.This is a rare chance to join a market-leading division at a moment of real change and impact.The OpportunityWe’re searching for a hands-on, technically sharp Interim Financial Controller who can bring stability, structure and pace to a busy finance function.You will partner closely with senior leadership across the Group, including the MD, CFO, FD and FP&A Director whilst taking ownership of reporting, controls, cash management and operational finance.If you thrive in PE-backed, fast-moving environments and know how to grab the wheel from day one, this is your playground What You will Be Doing:Financial Reporting & ControlLead month-end close and deliver accurate, timely management accountsMove the division from cash to accrual accountingStrengthen controls, reconciliations and financial governanceEnsure full compliance with UK GAAP and Group policiesProduce reporting packs for Group leadership and PE stakeholdersBusiness Partnering & Commercial InsightWork directly with the MD to enhance financial disciplineDeliver insightful margin, revenue, overhead and labour analysisSupport budgeting, forecasting and scenario planningCash & Working Capital ManagementBuild and maintain short-term cash flow forecastsManage daily cash reporting and liquidityDriv




