IFRS 16 Transformation project

Hays senior finance team are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Transformation Project Manager to support & accelerate key change initiatives across process, systems, and reporting for a key client in the local area. This newly created role will be pivotal in driving operational improvements, enhancing financial effectiveness, and ensuring compliance during a period of strategic change for the business.

Our client's preference is to get someone in as soon as possible on a fixed-term contract to the end of the year initially - at which point they will review progress and extension possibilities. Preference for the client is a fixed-term contract for 7 months initially and the client has budgeted the role up to £100,000. For exceptional candidates, the client may consider day-rate contract options & there is flexible working also available (2 days a fortnight required on site).

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead critical workstreams across Finance Transformation, with a particular focus on lease accounting (IFRS 16) and process optimisation.
• Act as the bridge between Finance, IT, and Project teams to align on key deliverables.
• Support system and reporting improvements, including data quality, process automation, and control design.
• Engage and influence senior stakeholders across the business to embed sustainable change.
• Ensure alignment with compliance, audit, and accounting standards.

Ideal Profile:

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Strong track record in Finance Transformation, ideally within mid-large corporates or complex organisations.
• Working knowledge of IFRS 16 lease accounting is essential.
• Confident communicator, able to work with senior finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Hands-on, delivery-focused approach - comfortable working at pace.
  
  

This is a fantastic opportunity for an interim professional who thrives in change-led environments and can bring both strategic oversight and hands-on delivery.

If you are interested & available, click APPLY and send your latest CV to Charles Maidment from the Hays Bristol/Bath senior finance team for review.

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