Interim Finance Director — Transform & Lead Cash Flow

Cambridge Design Partnership; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and innovation firm in Cambridge is seeking an Interim Finance Director to manage finance operations and lead significant improvements in cash flow and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial leadership, with a professional accountancy qualification, and experience in project-based environments. This role allows for substantial influence in steering the company towards effective financial management within a six-month interim period.

Qualifications

• Experienced financial leader with a track record in managing cash flow and working capital.
• Adaptable, proactive, and skilled in building relationships.
• Experience in consultancies or project-based businesses is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage and guide the finance operations team.
• Prepare and maintain cash flow forecasts.
• Oversee financial reporting and budget reporting.
• Drive the year-end audit.
• Optimize implementation of SAP by Design.
• Analyze cost structures for improvements.

Skills

Cash flow management

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Cost control

SAP by Design

Education

Professional accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Job description

A leading design and innovation firm in Cambridge is seeking an Interim Finance Director to manage finance operations and lead significant improvements in cash flow and financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial leadership, with a professional accountancy qualification, and experience in project-based environments. This role allows for substantial influence in steering the company towards effective financial management within a six-month interim period.