Summary: The Interim Finance Manager role is a 6-month fixed-term contract based in Andover, requiring an experienced finance professional to oversee the finance function during a transitional period. The position involves collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance financial processes and ensure accurate reporting while supporting strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach and be comfortable working in a small team environment. Immediate availability is essential for this critical role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function.
• Support in preparation and review of weekly business unit forecasts.
• Monthly reporting of KPIs, P&L reviews, and associated commentary.
• Analyze and review expenditure within the business unit.
• Provide business partnering support to key stakeholders.
• Manage month-end processes including accruals and prepayments.
• Support and review key elements of the budgeting process.
• Ensure compliance with financial processes.
• Analyze capital expenditure requests.
• Supervise payroll submissions and ensure timely invoicing.
• Continually seek to improve processes and drive efficiency.

Key Skills:

• Qualified accountant.
• Experience in an SME business.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach.
• Commercial aptitude and ability to work autonomously.

Salary (Rate): £75,000

City: Andover

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: Finance