Interim Financial Controller - US GAAP & SOX

Job Title: Interim Financial Controller (US Listing Support) Location: Hybrid (Glasgow based with flexibility for remote working) Contract Type: Interim (6-9 months) Start Date: ASAP Day Rate: Competitive, DOE About the Role We're supporting a high-growth, internationally expanding business as they prepare for a US stock market listing. To help them navigate this critical phase, we're looking for a commercially sharp Interim Financial Controller with US listing experience to bolster their finance function and ensure IPO-readiness from both a technical and operational standpoint. Key Responsibilities Act as a key finance lead in the IPO workstream, supporting CFO and external advisors through the listing process Ensure compliance with US GAAP , SEC reporting requirements , and SOX readiness Lead technical accounting reviews and help prepare required financial statements, disclosures, and audit documentation Strengthen internal controls and improve financial reporting processes to meet US public company standards Partner with cross-functional teams (legal, tax, IR, etc.) to align financial operations with listing requirements Support the build-out of a scalable finance function for life as a public company Manage and coordinate the external audit process, including PCAOB audit standards Provide ad hoc strategic financial input to the executive team and board What We're Looking For Proven experience supporting a company through a US IPO or direct listing Deep knowledge of US GAAP , SEC filings , and SOX compliance ACA/CPA or equivalent qualification with a strong technical accounting background Experience working with US advisors, auditors, and legal counsel Comfortable in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with lots of moving parts Able to operate hands-on when needed, but also step up to board-level conversations Nice to Have Experience in high-growth tech, life sciences, or clean energy sectors Big 4 background and/or prior public company experience Familiarity with dual reporting (e.g., IFRS and US GAAP) Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.

Location: Glasgow, Scotland, GB

Posted Date: 8/25/2025