Interim Head of Finance (Ref: BH-10174) Contract

TN United Kingdom; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Interim Head of Finance to lead a dedicated finance team in East Kent. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate financial reporting and management processes while supporting senior leadership. The successful candidate will oversee the production of management accounts, develop budgets, and ensure compliance with VAT regulations. With a focus on strategic financial operations, this position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a medium-sized organization. If you are a qualified finance professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for financial excellence, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial accounting and management accounts.
• Strong attention to detail with advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead production of monthly management accounts and year-end statutory accounts.
• Generate financial reports and support financial forecasting.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Management Accounts

Cash Flow Management

VAT Compliance

Advanced Excel Skills

Charity Accounting Knowledge

Education

Full or Part-Qualified ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

Power BI

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Interim Head of Finance (Ref: BH-10174) Contract, Kent

Location: Kent, United Kingdom

Job Category: Finance

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Interim Head of Finance

My client is seeking an experienced and organized Interim Head of Finance to lead a busy finance team within a medium-sized organization based in East Kent for 3-6 months. The successful candidate will support senior leadership and ensure smooth financial reporting and management processes, oversee financial functions, and implement effective financial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead production of monthly management accounts and year-end statutory accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Generate financial reports, monitor accounts, and support financial forecasting and strategy.
• Present financial updates to the Financial Audit Committee and Board.
• Assist in developing budgets and cash flow forecasts.
• Review monthly accounts, including balance sheets and reconciliations.
• Manage VAT compliance and statutory accounts for audit.
• Act as main contact for external partners such as banks, HMRC, and auditors.
• Manage Strategic Reserves and Investments.

About You

• Full or part-qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA professional.
• Proven experience in financial accounting, management accounts, cash flow, VAT, and audits.
• Strong attention to detail and advanced Excel skills.
• Knowledge of charity accounting (SORP), managing funds, and trading subsidiaries.
• Experience with project accounting, investment management, Power BI, VAT issues, and Charity Tax Relief is advantageous.

Salary: c£50,000 FTE, plus hybrid working.

Note: Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.