Interim Head of Finance

Interim Head of Finance

Posted 1 day ago by HAYS

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Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Burnley, Lancashire, UK
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Accounting Associate Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) External Auditing Finance Financial Analysis Financial Controls General Ledger Generally Accepted Accounting Principles Internal Controls Ledgers (Accounting) Management Month-End Closing Strategic Decision-Making Technical Accounting

Summary: The Interim Head of Finance will lead the finance function of a manufacturing company in Burnley during a critical transition period following its acquisition. This role involves overseeing financial reporting, compliance, and integration with the parent company while managing the finance team. The position requires strong financial leadership and technical accounting expertise to ensure alignment with group standards. The role will initially be full-time on-site for one month, transitioning to a hybrid model thereafter.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee all aspects of the finance function, including AP, AR, and General Ledger management.
  • Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Lead the preparation and coordination of internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
  • Implement and maintain robust financial controls and processes.
  • Support integration with the parent company, aligning reporting standards and systems.
  • Provide financial analysis and insights to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
  • Manage and mentor the finance team, driving efficiency and best practices.
  • Prepare audit schedules and documentation for external auditors.
  • Liaise with auditors to resolve queries and ensure smooth audit completion.
  • Review and strengthen internal controls to mitigate risks identified during audits.
  • Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and group reporting standards.

Key Skills:

  • Proven experience as a Head of Finance, Finance Director, or similar senior finance role within the manufacturing sector.
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with audit preparation and compliance.
  • Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
  • Experience in post-acquisition integration is highly desirable.
  • Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.

Salary (Rate): £530 daily

City: Burnley

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Your new company
Our client is a leading manufacturer based in Burnley, recently acquired by a prominent group. This exciting transition brings new opportunities for growth and integration, requiring strong financial leadership to ensure smooth alignment with group standards and reporting requirements. The business operates in a fast-paced environment, supplying high-quality products to global markets. As Interim Head of Finance, you will take ownership of the finance function during this critical period of change. Your primary focus will be on leading the ledger teams, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting the integration process with the parent company. You will also play a key role in preparing for audits and maintaining compliance with both in UK and out UK standards. This role will be Full time onsite for the first month and then hybrid.
Your new role
Oversee all aspects of the finance function, including AP, AR, and General Ledger management.
Ensure timely and accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
Lead the preparation and coordination of internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.
Implement and maintain robust financial controls and processes.
Support integration with the parent company, aligning reporting standards and systems.
Provide financial analysis and insights to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making.
Manage and mentor the finance team, driving efficiency and best practices.
Prepare audit schedules and documentation for external auditors.
Liaise with auditors to resolve queries and ensure smooth audit completion.
Review and strengthen internal controls to mitigate risks identified during audits.
Ensure compliance with UK GAAP and group reporting standards.

What you'll need to succeed
Proven experience as a Head of Finance, Finance Director, or similar senior finance role within the manufacturing sector.
Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience with audit preparation and compliance.
. Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
Experience in post-acquisition integration is highly desirable.
Professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) preferred.

What you'll get in return
Opportunity to lead a finance function during a pivotal period of change.
Exposure to international reporting standards and integration projects.
Competitive day rate and flexible working arrangements. £415-£530 per day
Chance to make a significant impact in a well-established manufacturing business

What you need to do now
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