Interim Finance Manager

An established SME operating within the services sector is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to support the finance function during a key period of transition.

This is being targeted for a hands‑on finance professional to play a pivotal role in maintaining financial control whilst driving improvements across processes and systems in the short to medium term.

• Full ownership and delivery of month‑end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Supporting the successful completion of year‑end audit, liaising with external auditors
• Reviewing and completing balance sheet reconciliations, including historical items
• Investigating and resolving legacy financial discrepancies
• Strengthening and improving financial processes, controls and systems
• Providing day‑to‑day support to the wider finance function

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Proven experience operating at Finance Manager level within SMEs
• Strong track record in audit support and month‑end delivery
• Comfortable working in a hands‑on role with a focus on detail and delivery
• Experience of improving processes and implementing system enhancements

• Immediate or short‑notice availability preferred