Corporate Financial Strategist

Opportunity Overview

Trial Balance, a renowned consulting firm, is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to join their esteemed client in Penzance. This is a full-time contract spanning 9-12 months, covering a period of maternity leave.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end financial operations across multiple business entities and income streams. Key responsibilities include:

1. Financial Operations Oversight: Supervise the entire financial operation process, ensuring seamless execution.
2. Team Management: Assume lead supervisory responsibility for a team of four direct reports, with a focus on mentoring and development.
3. VAT Returns and HMRC Reporting: Manage VAT returns and HMRC reporting to ensure compliance.
4. Balance Sheet Reconciliations and P&L Analysis: Conduct balance sheet reconciliations and prepare accurate P&L analysis.
5. Management Accounts Production: Produce high-quality management accounts with detailed commentary.
6. Payroll Function Oversight: Oversee the company's payroll function, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
7. Financial Streamlining Initiatives: Collaborate with the FD to pioneer, implement, and develop ongoing financial streamlining initiatives.
8. Project Support: Assist the FD and Senior Management Team (SMT) in various projects, including the migration to a digital finance system.

The ideal candidate should possess excellent understanding of end-to-end accounting processes, either through ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualifications or strong vocational experience (QBE). A good grasp of modern digital accounting platforms would be advantageous.

This role offers a salary of £45,000 FTE Negotiable DOE. We are looking for an experienced professional who can make a significant impact in this dynamic environment.