Interim Finance Manager

Association of International Certified Professional Accountants; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial organization in the UK is seeking an experienced financial operations manager to lead and optimize operations in a fast-paced FinTech. This role involves owning month-end close processes, mentoring a capable team, and driving improvements through automation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial operations, communication skills, and a proactive mindset for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial operations, ideally in a high-growth or tech-led business.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, systems, and reporting tools (especially SQL).
• Exceptional analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimise financial operations in a fast-paced, scaling FinTech.
• Own the month-end close and deliver commercial insight to senior leadership.
• Manage and mentor a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants.
• Drive automation, process improvement, and system enhancements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support strategic initiatives and growth.

Skills

Financial operations experience

Understanding of internal controls

SQL knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Proactive mindset

Job description

Overview

Your new company
Join one of the UK's fastest-growing FinTechs. With a global customer base and ambitious growth targets, this business is scaling rapidly and investing heavily in innovation, automation, and operational excellence. Backed by cutting-edge technology and a mission-driven culture, it's a place where high performers thrive.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimise financial operations in a fast-paced, scaling FinTech
• Own the month-end close and deliver commercial insight to senior leadership
• Manage and mentor a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants
• Drive automation, process improvement, and system enhancements
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support strategic initiatives and grow

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial operations, ideally in a high-growth or tech-led business
• Strong understanding of internal controls, systems, and reporting tools (especially SQL)
• Exceptional analytical and communication skills
• Ability to thrive under pressure and manage competing priorities
• A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement

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