Interim Head of Finance

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Interim Head of Finance in Manchester to lead finance teams across the UK and Europe. This role requires experience in finance leadership, strong analytical and communication skills, and offers hybrid working. The ideal candidate will drive financial excellence and manage various operational responsibilities. Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance leadership within international environments.
• Ability to inspire and develop teams.
• Strong analytical skills to create actionable plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to finance teams.
• Oversee financial planning and month-end/year-end processes.
• Lead the Controlling function and drive process standardization.

Skills

Experience in Finance & Controlling within an international environment

Proven leadership skills

Strong analytical mindset

Excellent communication skills

Results-oriented and adaptable

Job description

Interim Head of Finance | Manchester | Up to £460pd | Hybrid Working

Marks Sattin are delighted to be partnering with a leading international business to recruit an Interim Head of Finance overseeing operations across the UK and Europe. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute finance leader to shape regional strategy, lead high-performing teams, and drive financial excellence across a diverse cluster.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to finance teams across the UK and Europe
• Oversee financial planning, month-end, and year-end processes across the region
• Lead the Controlling function, including reporting, investment analysis, and sales operations
• Drive process standardisation and support the implementation of shared service models
• Ensure full compliance with internal policies, IFRS, and local financial regulations

About You

• Experience in Finance & Controlling within an international environment
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage, develop, and inspire teams
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate strategy into actionable plans
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Results-oriented, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, complex environment

This role offers hybrid working with flexibility on location. Occasional international travel may be required.

Interviews are taking place imminently, so please apply or send your CV