Interim Financial Consultant

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.