Interim Head of Finance Operations

Sewell Wallis are partnering with our client, a large well-known charity based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, as they look to appoint a Head of Finance Operations on a fixed term contract for 6 months. We're looking for an experienced Interim Head of Finance Operations to join a newly restructured finance function and provide leadership, stability and direction during an important period of transition.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced interim finance leader to make a genuine impact, supporting a newly defined team, developing two strong managers and helping shape the next stage of the finance function following its recent transformation.

• You'll take full ownership of the Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger functions
• Lead transformation projects across the two ledgers
• Working closely with two highly capable managers who are deeply involved in the day-to-day detail
• Your focus will be on bringing the teams together, nurturing talent, providing support through the transition and ensuring the function operates effectively as the new structure beds in.

• A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong technical finance expertise
• Proven experience leading finance operations and supporting teams through change
• A confident, collaborative leadership style with the ability to coach and develop managers
• Someone who can step into a newly formed structure and quickly provide clarity, stability and direction
• Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Experience with finance transformation, process improvement or system upgrades would be a distinct advantage
• Knowledge of SUN Accounting or experience working through a major finance system implementation would be highly desirable

• Salary of up to 80,000
• Hybrid working (3 days in the office)
• Flexible working hours to suit