Interim Finance Manager

1 month ago


Healds Green, United Kingdom Axon Moore Full time

Axon Moore have an opportunity with a large multi million turnover business with office across the North who are looking for an interim Finance Manager for an interim contract. We will consider daily rate or FTC to suit.

The Interim Finance Manager has overall responsibility and full accountability of the finance function for three businesses based in North East Manchester. This is an integral role reporting to both Group Finance and the Division and offers the opportunity to oversee management reporting as well as advising and partnering with business leaders on their business strategy.

The Interim Finance Manager will business partner with the divisional directors and key operational staff as well as ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting to Group. This is a demanding role that will take leadership and ownership for Operational Finance, as well as having lots of interaction with the wider finance teams across the Group.

Job Description:
• Management Accounts: To lead the processing and production of accounts for the Division including cash flow forecasting and related analysis. Production of P&L, balance sheets and business forecasts and the identification of balance sheet improvements. This will include preparation of sub-consolidated Divisional financial statements and then presentation of these at monthly Management Meetings to the Group CEO/CFO/MD
• Business Partnering: Work with and support Operational Teams in ensuring accurate business reporting and good operational/cost control. Involves reporting of project financials to Operational teams
• Balance sheet: Preparation of relevant balance sheet accounts, including reconciliations and supporting documentation ensuring robust support is in place for each balance and reconciling items are cleared on a timely basis
• Project accounting: to ensure income and costs recognised in accordance with accounting standards. Need to ensure accrued / deferred income and costs captured correctly and produce meaningful financial analysis on a project by project basis. Track actual performance versus quoted costs and report on any significant variances providing full explanation and analysis. Work with operational team to update forecasted costs to completion and related accounting.
• Revenue recognition: ensure that all revenue recognised is in line with relevant accounting standards and local group policies.
• Materials and direct costs: ensure all materials are booked in and out of inventory accurately and on a timely basis to ensure accurate costs on a project by project basis. Direct costs should be allocated to specific projects as well as being reviewed overall to ensure effective cost control.
• External audit: Support on the external audit by ensuring robust reconciliations and support is in place for areas, such as revenue recognition, accrued/deferred income/costs, stock counts and relevant accruals and prepayments.
• Compliance: Ensure the Division complies with relevant statutory and industry regulations and requirements (e.g. VAT, CIS)
• Budgeting: Work with the Directors to support the preparation of budgets and forecasts for all projects, ensuring the operational team have a full understanding of financial expectations.
• Stock counts: ensure that periodic stock counts are carried out in line with Group Policy to ensure that balance sheet position reflects physical stock on hand. Analyse any stock write offs to understand root cause issue

Person Specification:
• Accountable for ensuring financial accuracy and transparency for a nominated Division
• Line management responsibility for a small team of accountants
• This is a senior role within the organisation with a responsibility to inform and influence others and will involve cross functional working
• Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Good knowledge of accounting principles and their appropriate application
• Project/construction accounting experience is advantageous
• Strong business partnering skills with the ability to engage with and challenge operational staff
• Highly credible and able to quickly build effective working relationships
• Analytical, accurate and detailed
• Pragmatic and flexible in approach
• Self-starter and able to work autonomously
• Strong time management and the ability to prioritise
• System orientated with excellent IT skills, ideally Sage and advanced Excel capability)



  • Healds Green, United Kingdom Axon Moore Full time

    Axon Moore have an opportunity with a large multi million turnover business with office across the North who are looking for an interim Finance Manager for an interim contract. We will consider daily rate or FTC to suit.The Interim Finance Manager has overall responsibility and full accountability of the finance function for three businesses based in North...


  • Golders Green, Greater London, United Kingdom Ribbons and Reeves Limited Full time

    School Finance Manager | Brent Exciting chance for a School Finance Manager position at a captivating educational institution located in the London Borough of Brent. This institution is committed to ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for vulnerable children. If youre a talented and energetic School Finance Manager seeking a new role in the...

  • Finance Director

    1 month ago


    Partridge Green, United Kingdom Pure 4 Recruitment Limited Full time

    My client are seeking a successful finance professional to join their leadership team as finance director in a role that is key to their growth and future funding plans. With support from an established board and non-exec team this is an excellent opportunityto develop an industry leading finance function in highly innovative and fast growing leader in their...

  • Finance Officer

    2 days ago


    Golders Green, United Kingdom Clear IT Recruitment Full time

    Our client is seeking an Finance Officer to be based in their Golders Green, London office.The Finance Department comprises of a small team of staff who manage the financial activities of the school. Each member of the team has their own expertise but are all expected to support each other and where necessary, step in for each other, to enable the smooth...

  • Finance Administrator

    3 weeks ago


    Welham Green, United Kingdom Adepto Technical Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Job Title: Finance AdministratorLocation: Welham GreenType: 6-month Contract, Monday to Friday (3 days in office, 2 days from home)Start Date: As soon as possibleResponsibilities: * Provide comprehensive administrative support to the finance department, ensuring smooth operations and efficient processes. * Manage financial records, including accounts payable...


  • Tinsley Green, United Kingdom Proactive Appointments Full time

    Finance Systems Specialist 100% remote available Our client, a global organisation are searching for an experience Finance Systems specialist to join their business on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract. This role will support the global finance teams with the finance software. Responsible for installations and upgrades and support the implementation of their...

  • Finance Administrator

    3 weeks ago


    Welham Green, United Kingdom Adepto Technical Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Finance AdministratorLocation: Welham GreenType: 6-month Contract, Monday to Friday (3 days in office, 2 days from home)Start Date: As soon as possibleResponsibilities: Provide comprehensive administrative support to the finance department, ensuring smooth operations and efficient processes. Manage financial records, including accounts payable and...

  • Finance Analyst

    4 weeks ago


    Emersons Green, United Kingdom ALD Automotive Limited Full time

    ALD is uniquely positioned as an international organisation which has kept its Bristol-based family roots. We are proud to be part of the international French financial services firm, Société Générale, and to uphold the highest ethical and regulatory standards. ALD Automotive is the leading vehicle leasing operation in Europe, managing over 1.6 million...


  • Bartley Green, United Kingdom Integral Full time

    Summary of RoleYou will monitor the sector financial performance and business growth bringing insight to decision-making, improving visibility on the cost drivers, adding financial acumen into the strategic initiatives, as well the day to day finance activities.You will report directly to the Divisional Finance Director and the role will be based at the Hall...


  • Bartley Green, United Kingdom Integral Full time

    Summary of Role You will monitor the sector financial performance and business growth bringing insight to decision-making, improving visibility on the cost drivers, adding financial acumen into the strategic initiatives, as well the day to day finance activities. You will report directly to the Divisional Finance Director and the role will be based at the...


  • Burchett's Green, United Kingdom Windsor Forest Colleges Group Full time

    Windsor Forest College Group is looking for Finance Officer – Sales ledger to join the BCA team on a full-time basis. Finance Officer – Sales ledger As a Finance Officer – Sales Ledger, you will play a vital role in managing the financial records of our college. Your responsibilities will primarily focus on maintaining accurate sales...


  • Partridge Green, United Kingdom CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd Full time

    CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd, is a progressive M&E Contractor based in Horsham, West Sussex. We are currently looking for a full time Electrical Project Manager.The position would suit an enthusiastic, dedicated and ambitious candidate enabling them to progress within the company in line with company growth.Pay £40k-£60k negotiable depending...


  • Partridge Green, United Kingdom CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd Full time

    CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd, is a progressive M&E Contractor based in Horsham, West Sussex. We are currently looking for a full time Electrical Project Manager. The position would suit an enthusiastic, dedicated and ambitious candidate enabling them to progress within the company in line with company growth. Pay £40k-£60k negotiable...


  • Partridge Green, United Kingdom CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd Full time

    CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd, is a progressive M&E Contractor based in Horsham, West Sussex. We are currently looking for a full time Electrical Project Manager.The position would suit an enthusiastic, dedicated and ambitious candidate enabling them to progress within the company in line with company growth.Pay £40k-£60k negotiable depending...


  • Partridge Green, United Kingdom CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd Full time

    CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd, is a progressive M&E Contractor based in Horsham, West Sussex. We are currently looking for a full time Electrical Project Manager.The position would suit an enthusiastic, dedicated and ambitious candidate enabling them to progress within the company in line with company growth.Pay £40k-£60k negotiable depending...


  • Partridge Green, United Kingdom CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd Full time

    Job DescriptionCH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd, is a progressive M&E Contractor based in Horsham, West Sussex. We are currently looking for a full time Electrical Project Manager.The position would suit an enthusiastic, dedicated and ambitious candidate enabling them to progress within the company in line with company growth.Pay £40k-£60k...


  • Partridge Green, United Kingdom CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd Full time

    CH4 Mechanical & Electrical Services Ltd, is a progressive M&E Contractor based in Horsham, West Sussex. Ready to apply Before you do, make sure to read all the details pertaining to this job in the description below.We are currently looking for a full time Electrical Project Manager.The position would suit an enthusiastic, dedicated and ambitious candidate...


  • Tinsley Green, West Sussex, United Kingdom Proactive Appointments Full time

    Finance Systems Specialist 100% remote available Our client, a global organisation are searching for an experience Finance Systems specialist to join their business on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract. This role will support the global finance teams with the finance software. Responsible for installations and upgrades and support the implementation of their...


  • Tinsley Green, United Kingdom Proactive Appointments Full time

    Finance Systems Specialist100% remote availableOur client, a global organisation are searching for an experience Finance Systems specialist to join their business on a 6 month Fixed Term Contract. This role will support the global finance teams with the finance software. Responsible for installations and upgrades and support the implementation of their bill...


  • Turnham Green, United Kingdom First Recruitment Group Full time

    Group Financial Accountant Our client a well-established, recognised, and African focused independent oil and gas company. The Group has interests in over 30 exploration and production licences across 8 countries in Africa and South America. The Group Financial Accountant will report to the Group Financial Reporting Manager. The post-holder will take an...