Interim Finance Manager — Lead Reporting & Controls

Partner Group; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

An international retail business based in London is seeking an Interim Senior Finance Manager. This role involves delivering high-quality financial reporting, supporting strategic objectives, and mentoring a finance team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Accountant with leadership experience and excellent communication skills. This contract position offers the chance to drive performance in a rapidly expanding company.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a controllership position, ideally in fast-paced matrix organisation.
• Comfortable challenging existing protocols and influencing at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Leading the period-end accounting process, including variance analysis.
• Driving accurate and insightful financial reporting for all budget holders.
• Ensuring strong financial controls and maintaining balance sheet integrity.
• Mentoring and managing a team of four finance professionals.
• Contributing to audit readiness and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Qualified Accountant

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder management

Hands-on attitude

Education

ACA, CIMA or equivalent

Job description

An international retail business based in London is seeking an Interim Senior Finance Manager. This role involves delivering high-quality financial reporting, supporting strategic objectives, and mentoring a finance team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified Accountant with leadership experience and excellent communication skills. This contract position offers the chance to drive performance in a rapidly expanding company.