Financial Controller

• Lead the financial planning and execution of the business wind down following cessation of operations
• Develop and manage the financial close out plan, including final settlements, cost run off, provisions, and timelines
• Identify and manage liabilities, accruals, and contingencies through to final close
• Deliver financial scenario modelling relating to contract termination outcomes
• Act as the lead finance contact for Department for Transport financial reporting during the transition period
• Prepare and submit all required financial returns, reconciliations, and close out documentation
• Support contract close out discussions with government stakeholders
• Respond to financial reviews and queries with clear analysis and supporting evidence
• Lead the production of management accounts throughout the transition period
• Take ownership of the statutory accounts and all related disclosures
• Manage accounting judgements and estimates associated with cessation of operations
• Act as the main contact for external auditors and ensure an efficient audit process through to sign off
• Maintain strong financial controls and governance during the transition period
• Ensure full compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Deliver robust balance sheet control and final ledger close
• Identify and manage financial risks linked to contract termination and operational wind down
• Work closely with government bodies, auditors, and key suppliers
• Partner with Group Finance teams across reporting, planning, and finance systems
• Collaborate with legal, HR, and operational teams supporting the transition
• Provide clear financial insight to senior stakeholders during a complex change programme

• Fully qualified accountant, ACA, ACCA, or CIMA
• Strong background in financial reporting and management accounting
• Proven experience leading statutory accounts and external audit processes
• Experience operating in a regulated environment such as rail, transport, utilities, or the public sector
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, provisions, accruals, and contract accounting
• Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and external bodies

• Experience within the transport sector or direct exposure to government financial reporting
• Experience supporting contract termination, operational wind down, or complex business transitions

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