Finance Manager

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Interim Head of Finance to join a growing SME during a significant period of business change and transition.

The Role

As the standalone finance lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the finance function. This is a hands-on position requiring someone who enjoys operating both strategically and operationally.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reporting
• Cash flow forecasting, monitoring and working capital management
• Oversight of purchase ledger and creditor management
• Management of sales invoicing processes
• Consolidation of financial information across multiple entities
• Balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls
• Budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
• Providing meaningful financial insight and commentary to stakeholders
• Working with outsourced payroll providers and reviewing payroll reports
• Supporting business change, integration and improvement projects
• Liaising with external accountants and advisers when required

About You

We are seeking an experienced and qualified finance professional who can quickly establish themselves within a standalone role and provide confidence during a period of transition.

• You will have:
• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification
• Previous experience leading a finance function independently
• Strong management and financial accounting experience
• Excellent cash flow management skills
• Experience producing monthly management accounts from start to finish
• Strong Excel capability
• A proactive and hands-on approach
• Experience supporting business transformation, change or integration activities

Desirable

• QuickBooks experience
• Multi-entity consolidation experience
• Previous interim or SME finance leadership experience

What's on Offer?

• Interim leadership role
• Opportunity to support a business during a major period of change
• Autonomous position with genuine influence
• Flexible and family-friendly culture
• Hybrid working with limited office attendance

Our client is looking to appoint the right person with immediate effect and will be conducting a 2 stage interview process.