Interim Overheads Finance Business Partner

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January 26, 2026 (8 days left to apply) job requisition :
R3543

Join us during a period of transformation and make an immediate impact. We're seeking an experienced
** Interim Overheads Finance Business Partner
** who can hit the ground running, take ownership of overhead reporting and cost management, and drive meaningful process improvements across the business.

This is a hands-on, high-impact interim **(3-6 months)
** assignment where you'll work independently with minimal supervision, partnering directly with budget holders and senior stakeholders to deliver accurate financial insight while redesigning processes that aren't fit for purpose.
** What you'll do:
** Business partnering and stakeholder management
* act as primary finance partner for overhead and Opex cost centres, building trusted relationships with department leads
* challenge and support budget holders to drive disciplined cost management and accountability

Reporting and analysis
* deliver accurate month-end reporting, including accruals, prepayments, and detailed cost centre reviews
* produce meaningful variance analysis with clear commentary, analysing data from multiple sources (GL, AP, payroll, POs, contracts)
Budgeting and forecasting
* lead budgeting and forecasting cycles for overhead functions
* develop driver-based models and scenario analyses to support decision-making

Process redesign and continuous improvement
* review and redesign overhead reporting processes that aren't fit for purpose
* improve end-to-end workflows, standardise templates and data flows, and enhance data quality and reporting consistency
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* What we're looking for:

** Essential* proven experience as a Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant with strong overheads/Opex focus
* ability to work independently and deliver high-quality outputs with minimal supervision
* strong analytical capability – interpreting large datasets and translating complexity into clear insight
* hands-on experience with month-end close, budgeting, and forecasting processes
* advanced Excel skills
* confident communicator who can challenge and influence senior stakeholders
* self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, change environments Desirable
* prior experience improving or redesigning finance processes
* Power BI or similar reporting tools
* qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
** Perks and benefits
** competitive salary (depending on experience)    34.5-hour working week    health cash plan (Core Level
1)    5% employer/5% employee pension    4x salary life assurance and group income protection 25 days’ holiday plus statutory (increasing with service)    hybrid working – a blend of home and office time in Leicester    training and development opportunities    a supportive, collaborative team environment   This interim assignment offers immediate impact and full ownership of overhead reporting from day one. You'll work directly with senior budget holders and lead the redesign of key finance processes during a critical period of change.

If you're a self-motivated finance professional who thrives working independently and driving improvement, this is an excellent opportunity to add real value quickly.### Introduce Yourself Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match.

We know that finding the right role can be overwhelming. As a result, we want all candidates – from entry-level to leadership – to experience a fair and transparent recruitment process.

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