Interim Finance Manager

Industry & Commerce; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas firm is seeking an Interim Finance Manager for a 3–6 month contract, focusing on statutory accounting and financial reporting. This role offers the potential for career growth, and requires a qualified accountant with proven experience in complex industries and SAP proficiency.

Qualifications

• Experienced in statutory accounting and financial reporting.
• Proven skills in managing year-end audit processes.
• Strong knowledge in SAP, ideally S/4HANA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts according to regulations.
• Manage year-end audit processes and ensure compliance in reporting.
• Collaborate with internal teams on financial controls and processes.

Skills

Statutory accounting

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

SAP

S/4HANA

Job description

ExcitingInterim Finance Manager opportunity to join a rapidly growing oil and gas business for a 3–6 month contract which has the option to go permanent.This is a critical role focused on statutory accounting and financial reporting during a peak reporting period. Due to the company growth plans there will be variety in the role, and career growth opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts in accordance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

• Manage year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors.

• Ensure accuracy and compliance in financial reporting, including tax and regulatory filings.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across finance, tax, and operations.

• Provide insights and recommendations to improve financial controls and processes.

• Adhoc project work

Requirements:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).

• Proven experience in statutory accounting and financial reporting.

• Strong working knowledge of SAP, ideally S/4HANA.

• Oil & gas sector experience preferred, or other large, complex industries.

• Able to hit the ground running in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Immediately available or on short notice