Interim Finance Director

TN United Kingdom; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Finance Director for a pivotal role on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This position offers the chance to lead technical finance operations, ensuring compliance and enhancing internal controls while supporting strategic projects. You'll collaborate closely with the CFO and play a vital role in navigating the organization through significant changes. If you are a qualified accountant with a strong technical background and leadership experience in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity allows you to make a real impact during a crucial transition period.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Inclusive culture

Supportive executive team

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with strong post-qualified experience.
• Demonstrable technical accounting expertise, particularly IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial compliance, controls, and technical reporting.
• Act as the go-to expert for technical accounting matters.
• Oversee year-end processes and manage audit relationships.

Skills

Technical Accounting (IFRS)

Financial Compliance

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Process Improvements

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Job description

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Technical Finance Director - 12-Month FTC

Professional Services Business
High Wycombe (Hybrid)
£100,000-£120,000 per annum

I'm currently working with a well-respected and fast-growing professional services client who is looking for an exceptional Technical Finance Director to join their senior leadership team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

This is a brilliant opportunity for a technically strong, commercially aware finance professional who's confident operating in a dynamic environment and delivering real value from day one.

About the Role:

This is a pivotal appointment within the business. You'll be responsible for leading on all things technical finance - from ensuring compliance and enhancing internal controls, to supporting wider strategic projects across the group.

You'll work closely with the CFO and play a key role in partnering with stakeholders at all levels, providing hands-on leadership while navigating the business through a period of significant activity and change.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Taking ownership of financial compliance, controls and technical reporting across the organisation

Acting as the go-to expert for technical accounting matters (particularly IFRS)

Overseeing the year-end process and managing the audit relationship

Supporting business-wide financial projects, including transformation, process improvements and potential M&A activity

Driving quality, accuracy and timeliness across all statutory and management reporting

Coaching and supporting a high-performing finance team, ensuring delivery of best-in-class standards

Who We're Looking For:

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with strong post-qualified experience

Demonstrable technical accounting expertise (IFRS essential)

Experience in a senior finance leadership role within a fast-paced or complex organisation

Hands-on, detail-driven and comfortable working at both operational and strategic levels

A confident communicator who can challenge, influence and collaborate across all areas of the business

Available at short notice or with a relatively quick start

What's in It for You?

Salary up to £120,000 depending on experience

Hybrid working from their High Wycombe HQ

An inclusive, people-first culture

The chance to make a real impact during a crucial transition period

A supportive executive team and high-calibre peers

If you're a senior finance professional with strong technical credentials and you're looking for your next contract opportunity, I'd love to hear from you.

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