Interim Financial Services Manager

Interim Financial Services Manager

Northallerton Hybrid Working Up to 6-Month Contract

We are recruiting for an experienced Interim Financial Services Manager to lead a broad range of finance support functions, including Accounts Payable, Cashbook & Banking, Payroll, Finance Systems, Insurance and Procurement.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Finance, you will be responsible for ensuring robust financial controls, delivering efficient financial services and leading a high-performing team through a busy operational period.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Accounts Payable, Cashbook and Banking functions.
• Oversee payroll operations and pension administration.
• Manage and develop finance systems, including system improvements and automation initiatives.
• Lead the organisation's insurance programme and claims management.
• Support procurement activities, contract management and compliance with relevant legislation.
• Develop, motivate and manage the Financial Services team.
• Maintain strong financial controls and drive continuous improvement across services.

About You

• Significant experience managing finance operations, including accounts payable, banking and payroll.
• Proven experience leading teams and delivering service improvements.
• Strong finance systems knowledge and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong understanding of financial controls and compliance requirements.

Desirable

• Social housing or not-for-profit experience.
• Procurement and contract management experience.
• Insurance management experience.
• Experience of finance system implementation or business change projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to make an immediate impact within a key leadership position.