Interim Head of Finance - PE-Backed Growth Leader

Benjamin Edwards; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity backed business in Grimsby is seeking an Interim Head of Finance for 6 months. This hands-on leadership role involves managing a finance team of 12, ensuring operational stability, and enhancing reporting processes. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in high-growth industries, capable of making an immediate impact during a period of transformation. Competitive salary range is GBP80k–GBP100k.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with ACA/ACCA/CIMA.
• Experience in high growth or PE backed business.
• Proven experience as a Head of Finance or similar.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead all finance activities including month-end close.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a finance team of around 12.
• Improve reporting timelines, accuracy, and overall data quality.
• Strengthen financial controls and embed best-practice processes.
• Support the Finance Director on commercial initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Data quality improvement

Reporting accuracy

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)

Job description

A private equity backed business in Grimsby is seeking an Interim Head of Finance for 6 months. This hands-on leadership role involves managing a finance team of 12, ensuring operational stability, and enhancing reporting processes. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience in high-growth industries, capable of making an immediate impact during a period of transformation. Competitive salary range is GBP80k–GBP100k.