Interim Finance Manager

Dickson O'Brien; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance consultancy in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager for a 9-month contract. The role involves taking charge of the month-end close process, conducting revenue and margin analysis, and providing financial insights to support decision-making. The ideal candidate is a fully qualified accountant with a strong background in commercial finance and the capability to operate effectively in fast-paced environments. Immediate or short notice availability is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong background in month-end close.
• Proven experience in analyzing revenue and margins is essential.
• Experience in fast-paced or changing environments is required.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the month-end close process.
• Lead detailed revenue and margin analysis.
• Provide clear financial commentary for decision-making.
• Work closely with teams to understand performance drivers.
• Support forecasting and budgeting.
• Improve processes, controls, and reporting.

Skills

Financial analysis

Month-end close

Excel

Revenue analysis

Margin analysis

Education

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

Tools

Financial systems experience

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.