Interim Head of Finance - PE-Backed Growth Lead

Ad Warrior Ltd; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A private equity-backed business in Grimsby is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance for a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will lead a finance team, ensuring operational stability and driving improvements in reporting and controls. This is a high-impact role ideal for a qualified accountant with a solid background in high-growth businesses. You should be available at short notice to make immediate contributions towards the company’s transformation during a critical growth phase.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Head of Finance, Financial Controller, or in a similar senior finance role.
• Background in private equity-backed or high-growth businesses.
• Available at short notice and able to make an immediate impact.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead all finance activities, including month-end close and management accounts.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a finance team of around 12.
• Improve reporting timelines and accuracy.

Skills

Financial leadership

Operational stability

Data quality improvement

Team management

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

A private equity-backed business in Grimsby is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance for a 6-month contract. The successful candidate will lead a finance team, ensuring operational stability and driving improvements in reporting and controls. This is a high-impact role ideal for a qualified accountant with a solid background in high-growth businesses. You should be available at short notice to make immediate contributions towards the company’s transformation during a critical growth phase.