Interim Finance Manager

Ford & Stanley Talentwise; Morley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment agency is looking for a Finance Manager in Derby to provide strategic financial guidance during a transition period. This role requires proven experience in finance, with exposure to engineering sectors preferred. It offers a chance for a permanent position if desired. This external position is perfect for those looking to impact business decisions from behind the scenes.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Finance Manager, Management Accountant, or Finance Business Partner is essential.
• A background in engineering or manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong understanding of project accounting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to the MD and department heads.
• Interpret financial performance and support strategic planning.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities.

Skills

Proven experience as a Finance Manager

Project accounting

Cultural awareness within operational teams

Education

Qualifications optional; experience counts

Tools

Sage 200

Job description

Finance Manager
Location: Derby
Interim Day rate DOE (Outside IR35)

Our Client, an established name in the rail engineering and maintenance sector, is on the lookout for a driven Finance Manager to serve as the financial conscience of the business. As they approach their financial year-end and gear up for relocation to larger premises, they are embracing a new chapter one that calls for fresh insight, influence, and integrity.

The Role

Reporting directly to the on-site MD and indirectly to the Group FC, you’ll operate in a matrix structure without direct line management, giving you the opportunity to shape business decisions through strategic financial guidance. Your impact will be felt across all departments as you help optimise performance, interpret key data, and lead budgeting and forecasting. This role also holds the opportunity to work into a permanent position if desired.

Responsibilities

• Be the trusted advisor to the MD and department heads
• Interpret financial performance and support strategic planning
• Lead budgeting and forecasting activities
• Ensure understanding and optimisation of financial operations
• Collaborate on the successful transition to new premises

About you

We’re seeking a finance professional who thrives working independently, brings credibility, and isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves in a blue-collar environment.

Criteria

• Proven experience as a Finance Manager / Management Accountant / Finance Business Partner
• Background in engineering, manufacturing, or similarly high-integrity sectors
• Strong grasp of project accounting
• Familiarity with Sage 200
• Adaptable and culturally aware within operational teams
• Qualifications optional experience counts

Why Join

This is a chance to lead with a fresh approach. If you want to make your mark and influence business success from behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you.