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Interim Deputy Finance Director

2 months ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom Project People Full time
Job Description

Project People is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Interim Deputy Finance Director to join our team on a contract basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing financial leadership and support to our organization, with a focus on financial accounting, reporting, and tax compliance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Month-End Close Processes: Ensure timely and accurate month-end closing, including the preparation of financial statements and management reports.
  • Balance Sheet Management: Oversee the balance sheet, ensuring it is accurate, fully reconciled, and compliant with all relevant regulations.
  • Review of Trial Balance (TB): Conduct a thorough review of the trial balance at the end of each month, identifying any discrepancies or areas for improvement.
  • Shareholder Reporting: Prepare and present financial reports to shareholders, including intercompany reconciliations and other relevant information.
  • Leadership & Improvement Projects: Develop and implement finance improvement initiatives, driving process efficiency and cost savings.
  • Risk & Opportunity Management: Identify and manage balance sheet risks and opportunities, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
  • Commentary and Analysis: Provide detailed monthly commentary on balance sheet movements, highlighting trends and areas for improvement.
  • Internal and Shareholder Reviews: Lead review meetings on monthly financial results, ensuring all stakeholders are informed and up-to-date.
  • Statutory Accounts: Prepare and file statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
  • Audit Coordination: Manage the audit process, ensuring all necessary documentation and information is provided to auditors.
  • Accounting Policies & Procedures: Review and maintain accounting policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with IFRS 16.
  • Documentation: Ensure thorough documentation of controls, supporting ISO accreditation processes.
  • Tax Returns: Collaborate with external advisors to prepare and file corporation tax returns.
  • Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, and employee-related taxes.
  • Balance Sheet Forecasting & Budgeting: Manage balance sheet forecasting and budgeting processes, working with the Systems Accountant to optimize financial systems.
  • Team Management: Oversee the work of a Finance Analyst, providing guidance and support as needed.
  • Ad-hoc Projects: Lead or participate in additional projects as needed, ensuring timely and effective delivery.
Person Specification:
  • Professional Qualification: Must be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
  • Technical Experience:
  • Experience leading financial reporting processes, including preparing trial balances and reporting results for management review.
  • Statutory accounts preparation and familiarity with IFRS.
  • Ability to provide technical accounting papers and guidance.
  • Experience with corporation tax return preparation.
  • Managerial Experience:
  • Audit management experience (Big 4 experience is an advantage).
  • Experience in managing financial controls and group consolidations.
  • Familiarity with finance systems such as Agresso is desired.
Other Skills:
  • Leadership: Experience leading teams, driving improvements, and ensuring the finance department operates smoothly.
  • Communication: The ability to provide insightful financial commentary and liaise effectively with internal stakeholders and shareholders.