Interim Finance Analyst

SF Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in the UK is looking for an Interim Finance Analyst to support the month-end process and improve reporting for a growing SME in Coventry. This role involves handling accruals, prepayments, and analysis of trends, while partnering closely with Finance and Operations in a hybrid work environment (3 days in office, 2 days home). Ideal candidates are proactive and can deliver high-quality insights quickly, with immediate availability preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills and excellent Excel (finance modelling experience).
• Experience within an SME/fast-paced environment.
• Confident liaising with non-finance stakeholders.
• Available immediately or on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end: accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet recs.
• Produce weekly and monthly reporting packs with clear commentary.
• Analyse trends across costs, revenue, and margins, highlighting risks and opportunities.
• Support forecasting and budgeting cycles.
• Work with budget holders to explain variances and improve cost control.
• Assist with process improvements and data integrity.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent Excel

Stakeholder management

Job description

Interim Finance Analyst – Coventry (3 days office / 2 days home)

Rate: £250 per day (via umbrella co)

Start: Immediately / short notice

Duration: 3-6 Months

Overview

I'm supporting a growing SME in Coventry who are looking for an Interim Finance Analyst to support the month-end process, drive better reporting, and add clarity around performance during a busy period of change. This role suits someone confident working in a hands‑on environment and partnering closely with Finance and Operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support month-end: accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet recs
• Produce weekly and monthly reporting packs with clear commentary
• Analyse trends across costs, revenue and margins, highlighting risks and opportunities
• Support forecasting and budgeting cycles
• Work with budget holders to explain variances and improve cost control
• Assist with process improvements and data integrity

Requirements

• Srong analytical skills and excellent Excel (finance modelling experience)
• Experience within an SME / fast‑paced environment
• Confident liaising with non‑finance stakeholders
• Available immediately or on short notice

Comfortable with hybrid working (3 days Coventry office / 2 from home)

Ideal For

A proactive Finance Analyst who can hit the ground running, deliver high-quality insight quickly and support a business through a busy reporting cycle.