Interim Finance Director

Company Overview
Our client is a dynamic and growing organisation based in Hertfordshire.
With a strong operational footprint and a focus on customer delivery, the business is seeking experienced financial leadership to enhance both transactional finance efficiency and commercial decision-making.

Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director to take ownership of the finance function, with a particular focus on strengthening transactional finance processes and driving commercial insight.
This role will suit a finance leader who can operate strategically working closely wth the CEO while also improving day-to-day financial operations.
You will play a critical role in stabilising, optimising, and scaling the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and actionable business intelligence to support growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Oversight
• Lead and manage the finance team, including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll
• Provide clear direction, mentoring, and structure to the finance function
• Act as a key member of the senior leadership team
• Transactional Finance (Core Focus)
• Review and improve end-to-end finance processes
• Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and compliance
• Oversee cash management, working capital, and treasury activities
• Drive process automation and efficiency improvements where appropriate
• Commercial Finance (Core Focus)
• Partner with operational and sales teams to drive profitability and performance
• Develop and enhance pricing models, contract profitability analysis, and margin tracking
• Provide actionable insights on revenue, cost drivers, and business performance
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning
• Evaluate capital expenditure
• Reporting & Controls
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly management accounts
• Improve quality and clarity of financial reporting and KPIs
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes
• Support audit processes and statutory compliance

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Finance Director, Head of Finance, or senior finance leader in an interim capacity
• Strong background in both transactional finance and commercial finance
• Experience in operational or asset-heavy environments would be ideal
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Hands-on approach with the ability to “roll up sleeves” when needed
• Experience with finance systems and process automation

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience

What's on offer

• Competitive day rate based on experience
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing business
• Exposure to strategic and operational decision-making

If you are a senior Finance professional seeking your next contract, please apply for immediate consideration.