Interim Finance Manager

Sellick Partnership; Farnworth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager based in Bolton to oversee all finance functions. This hands-on role requires immediate action in managing accounting, preparing management reports, and improving systems. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with solid finance experience and a background in manufacturing. This contract offers full-time hours and starts ASAP, with strong potential for extension. Join a thriving business during an exciting period of change.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant required.
• Experience as Finance Manager is essential.
• Knowledge of VAT and tax compliance needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage transactional accounting processes.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and reports.
• Support budget and forecast processes.

Skills

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Strong all-round finance experience

Solid technical knowledge of transactional accounting

Strong systems knowledge (ERP experience highly desirable)

Excellent communication skills

Job description

The Company

Sellick Partnership is working with a well-established £30mil Turnover manufacturing business based Near Bolton. Following a recent transaction, the business is experiencing a period of change and, needs an experienced Finance Manager to support them through this transition.

The Role

This is a hands-on, interim Finance Manager position where you’ll be working across the full finance function. You’ll be expected to hit the ground running and make an immediate impact, covering everything from day-to-day transactional accounting through to management reporting and systems improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing transactional accounting processes
• VAT returns and tax compliance
• Monthly management accounts preparation and reporting
• Supporting budget and forecast processes
• Overseeing finance systems and identifying process improvements
• Supporting and mentoring the finance team
• Working closely with senior management and external stakeholders
• Ad-hoc projects as required during the period of change

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong all-round finance experience at Finance Manager level
• Solid technical knowledge of transactional accounting, VAT, and tax compliance
• Manufacturing or production environment experience
• Strong systems knowledge (ERP experience highly desirable)
• Hands‑on approach with a willingness to get involved in the detail
• Excellent communication skills across all levels
• Ability to work independently and make decisions
• Available to start immediately or at short notice

The Details

• Location: BOLTON (site‑based)
• Duration: Initially 3 months with strong potential to extend
• Hours: Full‑time
• Start Date: ASAP

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a solid, established manufacturing business where you can really make a difference by supporting them through this exciting period of change.

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Interim Finance Manager • Bolton, Greater Manchester