Interim Finance Manager

Dickson O'Brien; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 92,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Dickson O'Brien is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to support the finance function during a critical period. The role focuses on the month-end close and analysis of revenue and margins, with a hands-on approach to bring structure to the close process.

You will deliver clear financial analysis to senior stakeholders and work closely with commercial and operational teams to drive performance. Immediate or short-notice start is preferred.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant or equivalent.
• Proven experience with month-end close in a commercial environment.
• Strong ability to analyse revenue and margins and present insights.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the month-end close process with accuracy and timeliness.
• Lead revenue and margin analysis, including variances.
• Provide clear financial commentary to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with commercial and operational teams to understand performance drivers.
• Support forecasting and budgeting where required.
• Improve processes, controls and reporting during the interim period.
• Act as a key finance contact within the finance function during the assignment.

Skills

Excel

Financial analysis

Month-end close

Stakeholder engagement

Adaptability

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Finance software

Job description

Interim - Finance Manager 9 month contract

We are looking for an experienced Interim Finance Manager to support the finance function through a critical period, with primary responsibility for the month-end close and analysis of revenue and margin.

This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can quickly get up to speed, bring structure to the close process, and deliver clear, insightful financial analysis to senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Lead detailed revenue and margin analysis, including variance analysis
• Provide clear financial commentary and insight to support decision-making
• Work closely with commercial and operational teams to understand performance drivers
• Support forecasting and budgeting where required
• Improve processes, controls, and reporting during the interim period
• Act as a key point of contact within finance during the assignment

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent
• Strong background in month-end close within a commercial environment
• Proven experience analysing revenue and margins
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced or changing environments
• Strong Excel and financial systems experience
• Able to hit the ground running with minimal handover

Start

• Immediate or short notice preferred