Summary: The role of Interim Finance Manager at a pharmaceutical SME in South Manchester requires an experienced individual to oversee the accounts department and ensure efficient operations. Responsibilities include managing deadlines for month-end, year-end, VAT returns, reconciliations, and preparing management accounts and reports. The position is short-term and demands immediate availability, along with a strong background in finance within an SME and manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accounts department to ensure efficient operations.
• Meet all deadlines including month-end, year-end, VAT returns, and reconciliations.
• Prepare management accounts and reports.
• Manage day-to-day activities of the finance department and supervise staff.
• Oversee the annual financial audit.

Key Skills:

• Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or QBE).
• Experience in SMEs, particularly in a manufacturing environment.
• Excellent working knowledge of Navision/Microsoft Dynamics.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and influence others positively.
• Strong analytical skills to assess market position and contribute ideas for development.

Salary (Rate): 450

City: Altrincham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance