Financial Controller

Interim Financial Controller – £550–£750/day (negotiable)
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)
Contract: Interim (Until February 2026)
Industry: Transport & Logistics (Confidential Client)
Start Date: ASAP
Overview
GTS Transportation is working with a well-established client in the transport and logistics sector to appoint an Interim Financial Controller on a contract through to February 2026.
The business is currently going through a planned exit strategy, and this role is key in ensuring robust financial operations, reporting integrity, and readiness for due diligence. The successful candidate will play a critical role in maintaining a high-performing finance function while supporting the broader strategic goals of the business as it moves toward a sale or investment event.
Key Responsibilities

• Own the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
• Oversee all statutory accounting, compliance, and audit preparation
• Lead and develop a small finance team, instilling rigour and best practice
• Strengthen financial controls and processes to support exit-readiness
• Partner with the CFO to provide financial insight and operational support during the exit process
• Contribute to financial modelling, data room preparation, and external advisor liaison

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or in a similar senior finance role
• Previous involvement in exit processes, business sales, or private equity transactions is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, controls, and governance
• Hands-on, adaptable, and comfortable in dynamic, change-driven environments
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Available quickly and able to work on a hybrid basis in Birmingham

Contract Details

• Day Rate: £550–£750 (negotiable, outside IR35)
• Contract Length: Until February 2026

  
To apply please send your CV to Alice Wright on alice.w@gts-search.com