Interim Finance Analyst - Fast-Paced SME Month-End & Reporting

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

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.