Interim FP&A Manager

Gleeson Recruitment Group; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an accomplished finance professional for an interim role from August to January 2026. This pivotal position involves partnering with a Deep Tech Business Unit and supporting a major government program. Candidates should be confident FP&A experts with strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex data. The role requires on-site presence 3 days a week and is offered on a day rate basis.

Qualifications

• Confident, adaptive FP&A expert.
• Skilled in communicating complex data to technical audiences.
• Quick to manage transitions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Deep Tech Business Unit for forecasting and budgeting.
• Support financial planning for a major government program.
• Prepare budgets and scenarios for 2026 and beyond.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Job description

My client, a cutting-edge, fast-growing tech business is seeking an accomplished finance professional to step into a critical interim role from August to January 2026, with a handover period on both ends. This is a rare opportunity to join an ambitious organisation at the heart of transformative tech solutions.

In this pivotal position, you'll provide high-impact support across two strategic areas:

• Partnering with a Deep Tech Business Unit

Deliver insightful business partnering to a specialist business focused on advanced technology with strong intellectual property. You'll collaborate closely with the unit's leadership to guide forecasting, planning and budgeting.

• Supporting a Major Government Program

Contribute to financial planning and bid support.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Budget preparation and scenario modelling for 2026 and beyond
• Finance partnering across HR, Legal and central Finance
• Working closely with senior stakeholders including the Finance Director, CFO, and a peer FP&A Manager covering global and central operations

The successful candidate will be:

• A confident, adaptive FP&A expert with sharp analytical skills
• Quick to pick up the reins and comfortable managing transitions
• Skilled in communicating complex data to technical audiences
• Comfortable shifting priorities, especially in high-growth environments

This is a high-visibility, hands-on role suited to someone who thrives on variety, autonomy, and making a tangible impact. If you're up for the challenge and excited by the prospect of shaping the future of this organsiation, this role's for you.

This role is on site 3 days per week and is offered on a day rate, PAYE basis.

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