Interim Finance Manager

Robertson Bell is working exclusively with a dynamic SME based in Central London to recruit an Interim Finance Manager for an initial three-month contract. With year-end fast approaching and an audit around the corner, this is a critical hire to support the Finance Director and ensure the business is audit-ready. This role is based on site every day in Central London.

Key responsibilities include:

• Taking the lead on technical accounting, particularly around acquisitions, goodwill, and corporation tax
• Preparing for and liaising with auditors ahead of an imminent audit
• Supporting the delivery of the annual statutory accounts, including accounting policies
• Business partnering with HR, Legal, and IT to ensure accurate budget coding and spend analysis
• Line management of a small transactional finance team
• Taking responsibility for reviewing and finalising the trial balance
• Working closely with Management Accounts and Credit Control to ensure smooth period-end closes

The successful candidate will be:

• A fully qualified accountant
• Experienced in statutory reporting, audit prep, and technical accounting
• Adept at communicating with stakeholders across multiple functions
• Not afraid to roll your sleeves up and resolve legacy issues where needed

If you’re a qualified finance professional ready to hit the ground running and make a tangible difference, this role could be the perfect fit.