Interim Financial Consultant

Description:

Our client, a fast-growing technology and IT services organisation based in Cambridge, is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Consultant to support a period of transformation and business growth. This role will play a key part in strengthening financial controls, improving reporting processes, and providing commercial finance support to senior stakeholders.

This assignment is ideally suited to a qualified finance professional with experience operating within technology, software, SaaS, or IT-led environments.

Key Responsibilities

* Review and enhance financial reporting processes and management information.

* Deliver accurate monthly management accounts and board reporting.

* Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities.

* Provide commercial analysis to support strategic decision-making.

* Assess and improve financial controls, governance, and compliance procedures.

* Partner with senior leadership to identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.

* Support finance transformation initiatives, including systems and process improvements.

* Assist with year-end audit preparation and statutory reporting requirements.

* Provide ad hoc financial modelling and business case analysis.

Candidate Profile

* Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

* Proven experience in interim consulting, finance transformation, or senior finance roles.

* Strong background within technology, IT services, software, SaaS, or similar fast-paced sectors.

* Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills.

* Experience improving finance processes, controls, and reporting frameworks.

* Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership.

* Hands-on approach and ability to deliver results in a changing environment.

* Experience with ERP and financial systems implementations would be advantageous