Interim Financial Controller
New Yesterday
Knowsley (5 days office-based) Duration:
6 months Day rate / Salary equivalent:
Up to £65,000 (FTC equivalent) An established engineering business in Knowsley is seeking an
Interim Financial Controller
to support the finance function during a key delivery period. The business operates across
multiple large-scale, contract-led projects
and requires a hands-on finance lead with strong experience in
cash flow, WIP and contract performance . This is a
fully office-based role (5 days per week)
and would suit a commercially minded Financial Controller or senior Finance Manager with experience in engineering, construction, manufacturing or project-based environments. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of
cash flow forecasting, monitoring and reporting , with a strong focus on liquidity and contract cash profiles Management and review of
Work in Progress (WIP) , including accurate cost-to-complete assessments and margin recognition Oversight of
contract financial performance , working closely with project and operational teams Bad debt analysis and credit control oversight , including proactive identification and mitigation of risk Production of
monthly management accounts , including commentary for senior stakeholders Balance sheet control, reconciliations and integrity across key accounts Support budgeting, forecasting and short-term financial planning Act as a key finance business partner to operations, contracts and commercial teams Candidate Profile Proven experience operating as a
Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager
in a contract-led or project-based business Strong background in
engineering, construction, manufacturing or similar sectors Confident managing
WIP, cash flow and contract accounting Hands-on, detail-oriented and comfortable working at pace Immediately available or short notice preferred The Offer 6-month interim assignment Salary equivalent up to
£65,000 Knowsley-based role -
5 days office-based Opportunity to play a key role in a business delivering large, complex contracts
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Accountancy