Interim Finance Manager

Hays PLC; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading private enterprise in Doncaster seeks an Interim Finance Manager to provide strategic financial oversight and management. The role involves preparing financial reports, managing cash flow, and improving internal controls. Candidates must have extensive accounting experience and preferably hold ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications. This is a fully office-based position with an immediate start and a competitive day rate.

Benefits

Immediate employment

Friendly team environment

Qualifications

• Extensive accounting experience with a recognized qualification.
• High level of proficiency in IT, particularly Sage.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality financial management and strategic insight.
• Prepare and consolidate financial reports and manage cash flow.
• Lead the enhancement of internal controls and compliance.

Skills

Accounting expertise

IT proficiency - Sage

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifications

Tools

Sage

Job description

Interim Finance Manager - Day Rate - Doncaster - ASAP Start - Fully in office - Sage

Your new company

A privately held enterprise, established in 1970, oversees a diverse portfolio of operational businesses. Its core focus spans sectors including logistics and transportation, commercial vehicle services, manufacturing, equipment distribution, and property-related ventures. They are looking for an interim financial controller whilst recruiting on a permanent basis. This role could be temporary to permanent for the right candidate.

• ASAP interview & start date
• Negotiable day rate
• Open to ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualifications - will consider outstanding QBE
• 2-3 months (Opportunity to go permanent for the right candidate)
• Fully office-based 8am-5pm

Your new role

As Financial Controller, you will deliver high-quality financial management and strategic insight to senior stakeholders. Key responsibilities include preparing and consolidating financial reports, managing the balance sheet, overseeing cash flow and banking operations, and supporting central functions through budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. You will also lead the enhancement of internal controls, ensure compliance with audit and governance processes, and drive continuous improvement in financial practices while providing effective leadership and development across the finance team.

What you'll need to succeed

• Extensive experience in accounting with a recognised professional qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA preferred; exceptional experience also considered)
• Strong technical accounting expertise
• Proven ability to liaise effectively with all levels of management and staff
• High level of IT proficiency -Sage
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Strong attention to detail
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing situations
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

What you'll get in return

Rolling day rate role - likely 2-3 months with potential extension
Immediate employment
Fully office-based role with a strong welcoming team

What you need to do now

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