Interim Finance Manager

A growing and privately owned manufacturing business is looking for an experienced interim finance professional to take charge of day-to-day finance operations and support the senior leadership team.

Reporting to a commercially focused Finance Director, this role requires a hands-on operator who can take ownership, steady the ship, and deliver insight. You’ll be expected to roll up your sleeves and lead from the front - managing a finance team of three and ensuring a smooth handover to new Finance Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the monthly reporting cycle - management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and variance analysis
• Lead forecasting and cost centre reviews with operational and commercial stakeholders
• Manage transactional finance processes, including AP, AR, payroll, and GL oversight
• Ensure accuracy of balance sheet reconciliations and maintain financial controls
• Prepare VAT and CIS returns and manage other compliance requirements
• Provide commercial insight through margin analysis and project costing
• Support year-end audit preparation and manage auditor relationships
• Deliver ad hoc reports and financial analysis for the senior leadership team
• Improve systems and reporting processes in collaboration with internal teams
• Lead and support a small finance team

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in a hands-on finance leadership role within a manufacturing, engineering, or project-based business
• Strong technical capability across management reporting, cash flow,
• compliance, and controls
• Confident working with senior stakeholders and bringing clarity to operational decision-making
• Comfortable leading a small team and keeping the finance function running smoothly
• System-minded and confident driving process improvement
• Formal qualification is welcome but not essential - experience and delivery matter more

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

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