Interim Financial Controller
Job Description
Interim Financial Controller - Transport Business - London
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The rail industry is ever-changing and one of London's most reputable transport businesses is now looking to hire within their team. Their remit spans across the UK and Europe, supporting over 1 billion people annually.
The company is looking to wind down one of their arms and is therefore looking for a Financial Controller with previous experience working in a Train Operating Company to support on an interim, ad-hoc basis.
Key responsibilities include:
- Understand the implications of transitioning from one TOC to another
- Able to manage interactions with suppliers and TFL
- Take full ownership of Financial Controller duties at the concession end, ensuring a smooth and complete handover
- Implement post‑concession financial processes and governance, ensuring full alignment with Group policies.
- Manage all concession‑related reporting and wind‑down procedures, delivering all outputs accurately and on time.
- Review statutory financial statements and regulatory reports, including submissions to the Transport Authority.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, and period‑end reporting for the post‑concession legal entity.
- It is essential that you've worked for a Train Operating Company (TOC)
- Fully qualified accountant – ACA, ACCA or CIMA
- IFRS and UKGAAP reporting standards
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Highly analytical
- Working with a dedicated key player in the rail industry
- Supporting the wider business and engaging with high-level stakeholders
- Hybrid working with a central London office
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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