Interim Head Of Finance

Reed; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading finance recruitment firm is seeking an Interim Head of Finance for a 9-month contract in Northampton. The role requires a qualified accountant with substantial finance experience and strong leadership skills. Responsibilities include maintaining financial controls, preparing statutory accounts, and leading audits. The position offers a salary of approximately £63,000 per annum plus benefits, including hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Lucrative Pension Contribution

Modern Work Environment

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be a Qualified Accountant or qualified by experience with substantial finance experience.
• Must have finance leadership experience.
• Available at short notice.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a robust control environment through balance sheet reconciliations.
• Direct line management of Accounts Payable and Receivable functions.
• Lead the annual audit processes and prepare statutory accounts.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)

Strong Financial Accounting Background

Finance Leadership Experience

Proficiency in Financial Software and Excel

Experience in Not for Profit or Charity Sectors

Tools

Financial Software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

**Interim Head of Finance - 9 Month Fixed Term Contract**

Reed Finance is proud to be working in partnership with a local organisation to recruit a technical and experienced Head of Finance to join the business on a 9-month Fixed Term Contract.

During this interim period, you will be reporting to the CFO and will play a crucial role in ensuring the Financial Controls are well maintained, relevant reporting is completed within an accurate and timely manner, as well as the effective management of the Finance Team.

Duties Include:

• Maintain a robust control environment through balance sheet reconciliations
• Direct Line management of Accounts Payable and Receivable functions
• Preparation of year end statutory accounts
• Lead the annual audit processes and prepare statutory accounts
• Complete statutory returns accurately and on time
• Report on cashflow, including forecasting and identifying funding needs
• Dealing with ad hoc queries

Requirements:

• Must be a Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience with substantial finance experience
• Strong Financial accounting background
• Finance Leadership Experience
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Tools including Excel
• Experience in the Not for Profit or Charity Sectors would be highly advantageous
• Available at short notice

The Business:

Based in Northampton, the organisation is a leader in their market and have shown consistent growth and stability in recent years. They offer a progressive culture and modern work environment, in turn offering room for true ownership and a great opportunity for career development.

Salary and benefits:

The role of Interim Head of Finance is c. £63,000pa plus benefits, a very lucrative pension contribution and hybrid working (3 days required in the office per week).

I am keen to speak with experienced qualified accountants with strong Financial Leadership skills in the local area looking for that next challenge. Please submit your up-to-date CV ASAP or contact Nathan at the Reed MK office for more info.