Interim Financial Controller

Join Bright Network as our Interim Financial Controller (8-Month Maternity Contract)

Introducing Bright Network: 

At Bright Network, we believe that “talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not”. We're on a mission to change that. As a leading data and tech platform, we’re building the workforce of tomorrow. With over 1 million members, partnerships with 300+ global companies, and £10M+ in venture capital backing, we’re moving fast – having launched into new markets and scaling rapidly. 

Our Finance Team play a core role in collaborating with all business units to contribute to our mission, and we are now searching for an Interim Financial Controller to join the team for an 8-month maternity cover as we head into our next exciting chapter of growth. 

The Role: 

As our Interim Financial Controller, you will lead our dedicated and high-performing Finance Team of three, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations whilst delivering timely, high-quality financial insights. You will collaborate closely with our Chief Financial Officer and Executive Team to shape impactful business decisions – so this is your chance to really make your mark and contribute to the future success of Bright Network.

Responsibilities:  

• Deliver impactful reporting, reviewing monthly management accounts and preparing key metrics with insightful commentary to guide our Executive Team’s strategic decision-making 
• Lead our Year End, taking charge of our FY25 statutory accounts process, collaborating with external accountants, our auditor and R&D consultants
• Empower your team through mentoring and supporting our FP&A Analyst and Finance Graduate, helping them to excel in delivering high-quality work 
• Support value-add projects and contribute to initiatives such as forecasting and other strategic finance projects as they arise 
• Review payroll and AP/AR processes to ensure they are seamless and met with precision – leading to a very happy team! 

Does this sound like you? 

• You have an ACA/ICAS/ACCA/CIMA formal accountancy qualification 
• You have experience in financial reporting and working capital within a small business 
• You have proven experience leading small finance teams whilst taking a hands-on approach and rolling up your sleeves when needed  
• You have sharp attention to detail, balancing materiality and impact to deliver meaningful insights whilst prioritising and managing competing deadlines across diverse projects 
• You have strong communication skills and are able to build rapport and demystify financial data for non-financial colleagues 

What's In It for you as our Interim Financial Controller? 

• Join a hands-on Finance Team who always keep an eye open for efficiencies and improvements.  Your ideas will always be considered and implemented where they add value, so you’ll be able to make your mark from the get-go 🌟 
• Join a scaling business – we are actively working on new growth projects being announced in the new year 🚀 
• Enjoy 28 days’ annual leave pro rata plus two weeks off during our Christmas Office Closure plus local holidays 🗓️ 
• Market-leading benefits package: flexible & hybrid-working, "work from anywhere" policy, equivalent to a £50 monthly wellbeing budget, enhanced parental leave, regular team socials & much, much more! 💎 
• We have recently been awarded the Great Place To Work certification, reflecting our commitment to a positive and supportive workplace culture and recognising our focus on employee satisfaction, inclusivity & work-life balance ⚖️ 

Key Details: 

• Location: London, Liverpool Street with hybrid-working  
• Salary: £65,000 – 75,000 per annum 
• Start Date: March 2025 

Interview Process: 

• Intro call with our People Team  
• Competency interview with our Head of Finance 
• Task & final round interview with the wider team 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Commitment: 

Equal opportunities for all is a core part of what we do at Bright Network. To this end, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and endeavour to run a fair and equal hiring process at all times. We assess and recruit candidates based on competency and potential, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or disability status.   

To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging, please click here.