Interim Finance Manager

Our client is a growing SME based in North Yorkshire seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to provide hands on financial leadership during a period of change. This is a three month assignment with flexibility to be offered on either a full-time or part-time basis, depending on the successful candidate’s availability.

Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, ensuring business continuity while maintaining robust financial controls and supporting operational decision-making. This is a varied role suited to an experienced finance professional who is comfortable working independently within a fast-paced SME environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Manage cash flow, forecasting and working capital.
• Supervise purchase ledger, sales ledger and credit control activities.
• Complete VAT returns and ensure statutory compliance.
• Oversee payroll and associated reporting where required.
• Maintain financial controls and improve finance processes where appropriate.
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors and other professional advisers.
• Support senior management with financial analysis and commercial insight.
• Ensure a smooth handover at the end of the interim assignment.

Candidate profile:

• Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience accountant.
• Previous experience in an Interim Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar senior finance role.
• Strong SME finance experience with the ability to manage a broad workload.
• Confident producing management accounts and overseeing transactional finance.
• Able to work autonomously and quickly establish effective working relationships.
• Practical, organised and adaptable with excellent communication skills.
• Available to commence the assignment at short notice or within a reasonable timeframe.

Package and working pattern:

• Initial three-month interim contract.
• Flexible opportunity available on either a full-time or part-time basis.
• Salary Depending on experience – c.£45,000 – £60,000 

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