Interim Finance Manager

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Nottingham is seeking an Interim Finance Manager for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This role involves overseeing financial processes, improving controls, and supporting strategic decisions in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will be a fully qualified accountant with strong technical knowledge and prior experience in a similar role. The position offers a competitive day rate and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Hybrid working: 2-3 days per week in the Nottingham office

Opportunity to extend contract

Influential role within a supportive finance team

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Finance Manager or Interim Finance Manager.
• Strong understanding of management reporting and commercial finance.
• Available immediately or on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts with detailed analysis.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting process with cross-functional input.
• Manage cashflow forecasting and support year-end audit preparation.

Skills

Management Reporting

Commercial Finance

Technical Accounting

Advanced Excel

Strong Communication

Education

Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

Sage

SAP

Oracle

Netsuite

Job description

Job Title: Interim Finance Manager
Location: Nottingham (Hybrid Working Available)
Contract Type: Fixed-Term (6 months)
Day Rate: 300- 400 per day (DOE)
Start Date: ASAP
IR35 Status: Outside IR35 (subject to assessment)

We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Interim Finance Manager to join a fast-moving and well-established organisation based in Nottingham. This 6-month fixed-term opportunity is suited to a finance professional who can make an immediate impact and support the business through a period of transition, with the potential to extend beyond the initial term.

As Interim Finance Manager, you will take ownership of core financial processes including monthly management reporting, forecasting, budgeting, audit preparation and business partnering. You will play a critical role in improving controls, supporting strategic decisions and driving commercial awareness across the business.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, the Interim Finance Manager will be a key point of contact for finance and non-finance stakeholders alike. You will bring strong technical knowledge, commercial understanding, and the confidence to operate at pace in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly management accounts with detailed analysis and commentary
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process as Interim Finance Manager, ensuring cross-functional input
• Manage cashflow forecasting and support working capital reporting
• Support the year-end process, including audit preparation and liaison with external auditors
• Strengthen internal controls and streamline financial processes
• Provide financial insight and support to operational teams as a finance business partner
• Prepare and present financial information to senior leadership
• Contribute to key projects, such as systems upgrades, process improvements or strategic reviews

Candidate Profile:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Prior experience working as a Finance Manager or Interim Finance Manager in a similar role
• Strong understanding of management reporting, commercial finance and technical accounting
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with finance systems such as Sage, SAP, Oracle or Netsuite
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financials to non-finance stakeholders
• A proactive approach, capable of working independently and meeting deadlines
• Previous interim experience as a Finance Manager is desirable but not essential
• Available immediately or on short notice

What's on Offer:

• A 6-month fixed-term contract as Interim Finance Manager, with opportunity to extend
• Day rate of 300- 400, outside IR35 (subject to assessment)
• Hybrid working: 2-3 days per week in the Nottingham office
• A visible and influential role within a supportive finance team
• The opportunity to add real value to a business during a pivotal stage of growth and change
• Work closely with senior leadership and contribute to operational and strategic success

How to Apply:
If you are an experienced Interim Finance Manager ready for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV along with a brief note outlining your relevant experience and availability. Interviews will be scheduled quickly for shortlisted candidates.