Interim Finance Director — Hands-On Leader for Construction

IPS Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

IPS Group is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director to provide hands-on financial leadership in Wakefield. You will own the day-to-day finance function, lead the existing team and deliver commercial insight to support strategic decisions during a growth phase.

Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with prior FD or senior financial controller experience, preferably within construction. Strong cash flow management and the ability to challenge directors are essential.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Previous Finance Director or senior Financial Controller experience.
• Strong construction sector experience is highly desirable.
• Hands-on approach, comfortable leading from the front.
• Strong cash flow management and commercial finance skills.
• Confident supporting and challenging directors while managing a finance team.

Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the finance function and manage the existing finance team.
• Oversee cash flow, forecasting and working capital management.
• Provide accurate and timely management accounts and financial reporting.
• Support the directors with financial planning, commercial decisions and business strategy.
• Monitor project profitability, costs and margins.
• Strengthen financial controls, processes and reporting.
• Provide hands-on support across the finance function as required.

Job description

IPS Group is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Director to provide hands-on financial leadership in Wakefield. You will own the day-to-day finance function, lead the existing team and deliver commercial insight to support strategic decisions during a growth phase.

Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with prior FD or senior financial controller experience, preferably within construction. Strong cash flow management and the ability to challenge directors are essential.