Financial Controller

Cedar is currently partnered with a newly independent, private equity-backed technology business to secure an Interim Financial Controller. The role is an 8-week contract, paying a competitive day rate (outside IR35). The role requires 3 days per week on-site in Reigate.
The Company
This carve-out from a larger group has recently received backing from a mid-cap private equity fund and is in the early stages of establishing itself as a standalone entity. An SME business, they are focused on stabilising its core finance function post-separation. The CFO is looking to bring in an experienced, hands-on finance leader to drive reporting accuracy, embed control, and support the transition of transactional finance processes to an outsourced partner.
The Role
As Interim Financial Controller, you will:
Lead a robust month-end close process, delivering timely and accurate outputs with supporting reconciliations and commentary
Take full ownership of the balance sheet, identifying and resolving legacy issues stemming from the carve-out
Support the migration of AP, AR and payroll functions to an outsourced accounting partner
Oversee the data and process transfer, ensuring completeness, integrity and audit-ready documentation
Refine and improve management reporting packs for both internal stakeholders and PE board reporting
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