Robert Half Finance and Accounting are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to join an established manufacturing business based in Gloucester for a minimum of 6 months, potentially up to 12 months.
This is a hands-on role, for an experienced finance professional with previous industry experience, strong management accounting skills and a proven ability to lead and develop a finance team.
Start date: ASAP
Duration: Minimum 6 months, with potential to 12 months
Money: £50,000 - £60,000 (DOE)
Location: Gloucester, office based
Role: Finance Manager
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage and develop the finance team, overseeing day-to-day activities
- Oversee the preparation and production of monthly management accounts
- Review financial results, investigate variances against budget and forecast, and provide meaningful commentary on performance
- Support the month-end close process
- Monitor costs, margins and operational performance, with a particular focus on manufacturing-related financial metrics
- Work closely with operational and senior management teams
- Ensure robust financial controls and processes are maintained across the business
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, efficiencies and the overall effectiveness of the finance function
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior management accounting role
- Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment is essential
- Experience of producing and reviewing monthly management accounts
- Previous experience line managing, motivating and developing a finance team.
- A hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to hit the ground running
- Strong communication skills
- Fully qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience candidates will be considered, depending on relevant experience
Rate:
£60,000/year
Location:
Gloucester
IR35 Status:
Not specified
Remote Status:
Onsite
Industry:
Finance & Strategy
Seniority Level:
Senior