Finance BI Data Lead - Interim

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy is seeking a Finance BI Data Lead for an interim position in Cheltenham. The role involves driving data strategy, leading projects, and collaborating with finance teams to ensure insightful reporting. Candidates should possess strong SQL skills and experience in ETL and data warehousing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in SQL development required.
• Strong understanding of ETL and data warehousing needed.
• Background in finance or high-volume transactional environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead data strategy and key projects within the Finance BI function.
• Design robust data pipelines and mentor team members.
• Ensure accurate and scalable reporting aligned with business goals.

Skills

SQL development

ETL expertise

data warehousing

excellent communication skills

collaborative mindset

passion for continuous improvement

Tools

OLAP cubes

App Studio

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

On behalf of our client, HW Interim Solutions are seeking a Finance BI Data Lead to help bridge technical delivery and strategic finance insight, drive data strategy and lead key projects within the Finance BI function, for a 6 month engagement.

This is a hands-on role combining strong SQL and ETL expertise with the ability to shape architecture, influence stakeholders, and deliver impactful, data-driven solutions.

Reporting into the Head of BI, the successful candidate will work closely with finance teams, system accountants, and senior leadership to ensure reporting is accurate, scalable, and aligned to wider business goals. From designing robust data pipelines to mentoring team members and championing best practice, this role bridges the gap between technical delivery and strategic business insight.

Candidates will need proven experience in SQL development, a strong understanding of ETL and data warehousing and the confidence to lead projects in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for continuous improvement are essential. Experience with financial reporting structures, OLAP cubes, or platforms like App Studio is advantageous, as is a background in finance or high-volume transactional environments.

This role is offered on a day rate basis, outside of IR35 - rate £550-700pd.

The client is based in the North East, with expectation to be on site 3 days pw.