Interim Project Manager – Finance Transformation

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Interim Project Manager to lead a finance transformation program in London. This role will drive system and process enhancements while managing both technical and people aspects of change. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in fast-paced environments and be results-driven, ensuring effective delivery across multiple workstreams.

Qualifications

• Significant experience with finance transformation and change programmes in commercial settings.
• Ability to manage technical and people aspects of change.
• Proactive and results-driven with a track record in project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance transformation initiatives including system enhancements and process redesign.
• Develop robust project plans and manage stakeholder engagement.
• Conduct impact assessments and deliver communications for change management.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Change Management

Finance Systems Experience

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Interim Project Manager – Finance Transformation, London (City of London)

Client: Pearse Professionals

Location: London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 16.06.2025

Expiry Date: 31.07.2025

Job Description:

Up to £750 p.d. (outside IR35)

6-month contract

Pearse Professionals are supporting a multi-site retail organisation in their search for an experienced Project Manager to lead key elements of a business-critical finance transformation programme.

This role will take ownership of both project delivery and the people side of change, ensuring systems and processes are modernised while embedding new ways of working across the organisation. The ideal candidate will be practical, delivery-focused, and comfortable working at pace in a complex, fast-moving commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of key finance transformation initiatives – including system enhancements, process redesign, and finance technology implementation.
• Develop and maintain robust project plans, RAID logs, governance structures, and stakeholder maps.
• Drive delivery across multiple workstreams, working closely with Finance, IT, and third-party vendors.
• Ensure clear alignment between technical solutions and business requirements.
• Provide regular updates to senior stakeholders and maintain strong programme governance.
• Own the change strategy to support adoption across finance and non-finance teams.
• Conduct impact assessments, readiness checks, and manage risks related to organisational change.
• Deliver clear communications and training to embed new behaviours and processes.
• Act as a visible advocate for transformation, supporting colleagues through behavioural and cultural change.
• Ensure all teams affected by the transformation are engaged, informed, and supported throughout.

Candidate Profile

• Significant experience with finance transformation and change programmes within retail or other fast-paced, commercial environments.
• Comfortable managing both the technical and people aspects of change.
• Experience with finance systems (e.g., ERP, EPM, reporting tools) and process optimisation.
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of driving delivery.
• Hands-on, proactive, and results-driven – able to work autonomously while managing multiple priorities.