Interim Finance Manager

ACCA Careers; Reading; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an Interim Finance Manager to take ownership of day-to-day finance activities in a growing, people-first business based in Reading. The role focuses on financial reporting, documentation, and timely delivery of information across the Accounting & Finance function.

You will coordinate tasks, resolve queries, and maintain high standards of record-keeping during the interim period. Candidates should have solid experience in managing day-to-day finance activities, strong

Qualifications

• Experience managing day-to-day finance activities within an Accounting & Finance function.
• Strong financial reporting skills and the ability to present information clearly.
• Confidence reviewing financial data and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to organise competing finance tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience handling finance queries and resolving issues in a practical way.
• Ability to maintain clear documentation and support reliable finance processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily finance activities to keep records accurate and information available when needed.
• Manage financial reporting activities and provide clear updates for the Accounting & Finance department.
• Review financial data to identify issues and maintain the quality of reported information.
• Coordinate finance tasks across the department to keep work moving during the interim period.
• Maintain organised finance documentation so information can be accessed easily.
• Monitor deadlines and prioritise finance activity to support timely delivery.
• Work with relevant colleagues to resolve finance queries and improve the flow of information.

Job description

Join a growing business at the start of its expansion journey, with excellent progression opportunities as the company scales. Take ownership of the finance function in a collaborative, people-first culture that values flexibility and teamwork.

Client Details

• Ambitious and entrepreneurial business investing heavily in future growth.
• People-first culture with a strong focus on flexibility, inclusion and employee wellbeing.
• Opportunity to join at an early stage and make a real impact on the finance function

Description

• Oversee daily finance activities to keep records accurate and information available when needed.
• Manage financial reporting activities and provide clear updates for the Accounting & Finance department.
• Review financial data to identify issues and maintain the quality of reported information.
• Coordinate finance tasks across the department to keep work moving during the interim period.
• Maintain organised finance documentation so information can be accessed easily.
• Monitor deadlines and prioritise finance activity to support timely delivery.
• Work with relevant colleagues to resolve finance queries and improve the flow of information.

A Successful 'Interim Finance Manager' Should Have

• Experience managing day-to-day finance activities within an Accounting & Finance function.
• Strong financial reporting skills and the ability to present information clearly.
• Confidence reviewing financial data and maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to organise competing finance tasks and meet deadlines.
• Experience handling finance queries and resolving issues in a practical way.
• Ability to maintain clear documentation and support reliable finance processes.

Job Offer

• Temporary Interim Finance Manager contract.
• Daily rate of £203 to £248, dependent on the level of experience.
• Location: Reading.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.