Interim Finance Support Lead

Essential Employment; Newbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Newbury is seeking an Interim Finance Support Lead to drive financial strategy and lead innovation. Responsibilities include overseeing financial planning, advising leadership on financial matters, and driving service transformation. Ideal candidates should have a professional accounting qualification and strong leadership experience in complex financial environments. This role offers competitive compensation of £662.73 per day.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification required.
• Strong leadership experience in financial environments.
• Deep understanding of finance, policy, and taxation.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, governance, and strategic reporting.
• Advise senior leaders on high-level financial matters.
• Oversee revenues and efficiency in income generation.
• Drive transformation and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Strategic Reporting

Collaboration

Education

Professional accounting qualification

Job description

Interim Finance Support Lead needed in Newbury Paying £662.73 per day ref 5270692

Full time hours on a temporarybasis

Are you ready to lead financial strategy at a senior level and make a real impact? We’re looking for a dynamic Finance Lead to drive innovation, influence decision-making, and shape the future of financial services in a forward-thinking organisation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading on financial planning, governance, and strategic reporting
• Advising senior leaders and elected members on high-level financial matters
• Overseeing revenues, benefits, and income generation with a focus on efficiency and value
• Driving service transformation and continuous improvement
• Representing the organisation in key forums and building strong partnerships
• Supporting emergency planning and contributing to corporate priorities

What You’ll Bring

• A professional accounting qualification and strong leadership experience
• A track record of delivering results in complex financial environments
• Deep understanding of finance, policy, and taxation
• Confidence in managing change, leading teams, and influencing at all levels
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for public service excellence