Interim Finance Manager

Interim Finance Manager | Multi-Academy Trust | Wiltshire | 3 month contract day rate

We are seeking a highly skilled Interim Finance Consultant to support a multi academy trust on a three-month basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and refining financial policies, systems, and procedures.
• Review and approve quarterly VAT.
• Manage and verify monthly control account and bank reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate accounts following sound financial principles and internal policies, supporting external audit processes.
• Provide guidance on treasury activities, including cash flow forecasting and banking liaison.
• Conduct regular reviews with finance teams to support their development and work quality.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in financial management and accounting, including VAT return preparation and compliance with UK VAT regulations.
• Strong knowledge of payroll accounting practices.
• Demonstrated ability to manage teams and oversee internal control improvements.
• Experience working with financial management, such as SAGE.
• Relevant professional accounting qualification (such as CIPFA, ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Experience working within the education, charity, not for profit or public sector at a senior level.

Please note that this role will be a paid on a day rate basis inside IR35. Their hybrid working is 3 days per week in the office and 2 days working from home.

Please apply now! Or for more information, please contact Raj