Interim Finance Lead for Growth - People-First, Flexible

Michael Page; Reading; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Interim Finance Manager to lead the finance function during its growth phase in Reading. You will oversee daily finance activities, ensuring accurate records and timely information for the Accounting & Finance department, while coordinating tasks across the team during the interim period.

You will bring experience in managing day-to-day finance operations, strong reporting skills, and the ability to resolve issues efficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience managing day-to-day finance activities within an Accounting & Finance function.
• Strong financial reporting skills and the ability to present information clearly.
• Confidence reviewing financial data and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to organise competing finance tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience handling finance queries and resolving issues in a practical way.
• Ability to maintain clear documentation and support reliable finance processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily finance activities to keep records accurate and information available when needed.
• Manage financial reporting activities and provide clear updates for the Accounting & Finance department.
• Review financial data to identify issues and maintain the quality of reported information.
• Coordinate finance tasks across the department to keep work moving during the interim period.
• Maintain organised finance documentation so information can be accessed easily.
• Monitor deadlines and prioritise finance activity to support timely delivery.
• Work with relevant colleagues to resolve finance queries and improve the flow of information.

Skills

Finance management

Financial reporting

Data review

Task prioritisation

Documentation

Query resolution

Job description

Michael Page is seeking an Interim Finance Manager to lead the finance function during its growth phase in Reading. You will oversee daily finance activities, ensuring accurate records and timely information for the Accounting & Finance department, while coordinating tasks across the team during the interim period.

You will bring experience in managing day-to-day finance operations, strong reporting skills, and the ability to resolve issues efficiently.