Interim Project Finance

Castle Employment Group; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Project Finance Assistant based in Batley, England. This temporary role offers a salary of up to £40,000 (pro rata) and is ideal for candidates who can start immediately. Key responsibilities include supporting finance systems improvements, assisting with finance backlogs, and conducting audits. Candidates should have experience in transactional finance and knowledge of financial systems like Sage or SAP. Enjoy free parking and good transport links in this project-based position.

Benefits

Free on-site parking

Good public transport links

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a high-volume transactional finance environment.
• Exposure to system implementations or process improvement projects.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with a focus on accuracy and deadlines.
• Excellent working knowledge of Excel and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the finance team through a system improvement and process change project.
• Assist with the clearance of finance backlogs for accurate reporting.
• Conduct audits of current systems and processes to identify efficiencies.
• Support month-end reconciliations and reporting.
• Work closely with finance and operational teams to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Business Process

Risk Management

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Financial Systems

Project Management

Tools

Excel

Sage

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Description

A well-established and reputable business based in Batley is recruiting for an Interim Project Finance Assistant to join their finance team on a temporary basis until the New Year. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to support a business through a period of change driving improvements and helping to streamline processes. Offering a salary of up to 40000 (pro rata) this role is ideal for someone available immediately or at short notice who enjoys getting stuck into project work.

Key Responsibilities

As Project Finance Assistant you will play a hands‑on role in supporting the finance function during a period of transition. Responsibilities will include :

• Supporting the finance team through a system improvement and process change project
• Assisting with the clearance of finance backlogs to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Auditing current systems and processes to identify efficiencies and improve controls
• Supporting month‑end reconciliations and reporting
• Working closely with the wider finance and operational teams to enhance accuracy, efficiency and communication
• Providing ad‑hoc analysis and project support to the Finance Manager and senior leadership

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will be a proactive and detail‑driven finance professional who can quickly adapt to a changing environment. You will ideally have :

• Proven experience in a high-volume transactional finance environment
• Exposure to or involvement in system implementations or process improvement projects
• Strong analytical and organisational skills with a focus on accuracy and deadlines
• Excellent working knowledge of Excel and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems such as Sage, SAP or Oracle
• A collaborative and hands‑on approach with the confidence to suggest and drive improvements

Availability

Availability to start immediately or on short notice.

This role would suit an experienced Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant or Finance Analyst who enjoys project‑based work and supporting operational change.

Based in Batley this position is easily commutable from Leeds, Wakefield, Dewsbury, Huddersfield, Bradford and Morley. With free on‑site parking and good public transport links, it is convenient for both drivers and commuters.

If you’re interested in this Interim Project Finance Assistant role click the apply button today to submit your CV. Alternatively contact us directly for a confidential conversation about your experience and availability.

Key Skills

• Business Process
• Risk Management
• Key Stakeholders
• Sigma
• Financial Systems
• Finance
• Accounting
• PMO
• Project Management
• ERP
• Financial Project
• Financial Statements
• Ensure Compliance
• Financial Management
• Special projects

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1