Interim Finance Manager

Position: Interim Finance Manager (Contract)
January 2026 – December 2026

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well-established and growing organisation for a 12-month maternity cover contract. Working within a dynamic commercial environment known for its quality, innovation and continuous improvement, you will play a central role in ensuring strong financial control and supporting strategic decision-making.

Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with the Group CFO, this position offers genuine exposure, autonomy and the chance to influence business performance during a key period.

The Role

As Interim Finance Manager, you will lead day-to-day finance operations and deliver accurate, insightful financial reporting.

Key responsibilities include:

* Preparing month-end management accounts and presenting results to the MD and Group CFO

* Producing month-end schedules, journals and management reporting

* Managing bank activity, purchase ledger, sales ledger and VAT returns (Sage 50)

* Overseeing WIP, balance sheet reconciliations and project cost plans

* Producing financial information for board packs and conducting KPI, commentary and variance analysis

* Leading the annual budgeting process and supporting regular forecasting for Group

* Supporting year-end audit activity and wider Group finance requirements

* Assisting with tender estimates, appraisals, procurement and supply chain cost control

* Monitoring performance against budget and driving process improvements across the business

* Delivering utilisation, efficiency and hours reporting to the production team

* Managing one direct report, providing guidance, development and support

About You

We’re looking for a confident, proactive finance professional who can hit the ground running and add real value from day one. You will ideally have:

* A recognised accounting qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) or be nearing qualification
QBE candidates with strong experience will also be considered

* At least 3 years’ experience in a commercial finance or financial management role

* A hands-on approach, strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work at pace

* Excellent communication skills and the confidence to present financial information to non-finance colleagues

* Strong attention to detail, analytical ability and advanced Excel skills

* A track record of supporting business growth, improving financial processes or enhancing commercial outcomes

Salary & Benefits

* Salary depending on experience and qualification

* 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

* Company pension contribution: 3%

* Full-time, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm (30-minute lunch break)

* Office-based, West Carlisle – own transport essential

* 3–4 week handover provided for smooth onboarding