Interim Finance Manager

Arc Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected organisation in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager for a temporary role lasting 3 months, with the possibility of transitioning to a permanent position. Responsibilities include overseeing financial operations, preparing management accounts, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Competitive salary of GBP30,000 to GBP35,000 per annum is offered, alongside the chance to work with a values-driven organisation. Immediate availability is preferred.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full-time hours, Monday to Friday

Opportunity to move into a permanent role

Qualifications

• Strong financial management experience.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (SORP experience desirable).
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month-end and year-end close process.
• Prepare accurate and timely management accounts and statutory reports.
• Manage payroll and pension processes.

Skills

Financial management experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Tools

Xero

Sage

Job description

Overview

We are working with a well–respected organisation based in Halifax who are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to support them during a period of transition. This is a temporary role for 3 months, with the possibility of becoming a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

As Interim Finance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day–to–day financial operations, preparing statutory accounts, and providing timely financial insights to support strategic decisions. You will work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, as well as managing a small finance team.

Responsibilities

• Lead the month–end and year–end close process
• Prepare accurate and timely management accounts and statutory reports
• Manage payroll and pension processes
• Submit VAT returns and ensure compliance with HMRC regulations
• Support and advise budget holders across the organisation
• Oversee financial systems and controls
• Liaise with external partners including auditors, banks, and pension providers
• Maintain weekly cashflow forecasts and manage accruals/prepayments
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, including Charities SORP

Requirements

• Strong financial management experience
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (SORP experience desirable)
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Experience using Xero and Sage (desirable)
• Immediate availability preferred

What s on Offer

• Competitive salary of GBP30,000 GBP35,000 per annum (pro rata) – to be considered for the higher salary then you must have experience of the desirable criteria – working experience of SORP, Xero and Sage
• Full–time hours, Monday to Friday
• Opportunity to move into a permanent role if successful in post
• Chance to work with a values–driven, impactful organisation