Interim Finance Manager

Sharp Consultancy; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp Consultancy is seeking a Finance Manager for an engineering company based in York to cover a 12-month maternity leave starting Sept/Oct 2026. The role is predominantly on site with some remote flexibility, and the successful candidate will oversee management accounts, budgeting processes, and statutory reporting.

The ideal applicant should be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, or qualified by experience with a solid background in finance leadership, month-end processes, and forecasting.

Qualifications

• Qualified or by experience with strong background in management accounting.
• Experience in monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Able to start Sept/Oct 2026 and work on site in York with some remote flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the preparation of monthly Management Accounts to strict deadlines, ensuring all Balance Sheet Accounts are reconciled each month and taking corrective action to maintain accuracy and timeliness.
• Assisting with the preparation of monthly profit and cash flow forecasts.
• Contributing to decision-making processes that impact cash flow and overall business profitability.
• Developing a strong understanding of the business and providing high-quality management information to support the Division.
• Helping to ensure that control and reporting systems deliver accurate, timely, and relevant management information, and participating in cross-company initiatives as required.
• Supporting the Division’s annual budgeting process, ensuring all reports are completed on time and that a robust budget is produced.
• Assisting with the preparation of annual statutory accounts and providing support during the annual audit process when needed.

Skills

Management accounting

Forecasting

Month-end close

Financial reporting

Cash flow analysis

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or equivalent

Job description

A highly successful engineering company based in York is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to cover a 12-month maternity leave contract, commencing in Sept/Oct 2026.

The company has enjoyed significant success over several decades and offers a highly supportive team environment.

Ideally, applicants will be ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified; however, candidates who are qualified by experience and possess the required background will also be considered. Some remote working may be available, but the role is primarily based on site in York. Please apply only if you have the relevant experience and are available to begin a contract role in Sept/Oct 2026.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the preparation of monthly Management Accounts to strict deadlines, ensuring all Balance Sheet Accounts are reconciled each month and taking corrective action to maintain accuracy and timeliness.
• Assisting with the preparation of monthly profit and cash flow forecasts.
• Contributing to decision‑making processes that impact cash flow and overall business profitability.
• Developing a strong understanding of the business and providing high-quality management information to support the Division.
• Helping to ensure that control and reporting systems deliver accurate, timely, and relevant management information, and participating in cross-company initiatives as required.
• Supporting the Division’s annual budgeting process, ensuring all reports are completed on time and that a robust budget is produced.
• Assisting with the preparation of annual statutory accounts and providing support during the annual audit process when needed.