Interim Finance Director

1 month ago

Bristol, United Kingdom Robert Half Full time

We are looking for a highly skilled and dynamic Interim Financial Director (FD) to join our clients team for a 6-month engagement. This role is crucial for overseeing our financial operations and ensuring a seamless transition during the interim period.

  • Start Date: ASAP (September 2024)
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Location: Bristol (Hybrid, 3 days in the office)
  • Rate: £450-£700 per day via Umbrella, depending on experience

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage all financial operations.
  • Spearhead the preparation for our first-year audit.
  • Provide critical operational oversight and bridge any operational gaps.
  • Ensure a smooth financial transition period.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Qualified Professional contractor
  • Audit background
  • Proven experience in software/SME environments.
  • Solid system experience and advanced Excel

Role details:

  • Financial Operations: Oversee all financial operations including AR, AP, payroll, revenue recognition, and the month-end process.
  • Year-End & Audit: Manage annual audit, accounts, and tax processes in collaboration with external accountants and auditors.
  • Financial Planning & Analysis: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to provide actionable insights for decision-making.
  • Financial Reporting: Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual statements, complying with regulatory requirements.

Skills and Competencies:

  • Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
  • Superior problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to thrive in complex business environments.
  • Fast learner with high adaptability.
  • Proactive, diligent, and committed to excellence.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships at all levels.
  • Confident in communication, with the ability to provide constructive challenges.
  • Experience in scale-up environments and close collaboration with founders.
  • Growth-oriented mindset with a talent for identifying opportunities.
  • Strong risk management capabilities and unwavering ethical integrity.

Team Structure:

  • Finance Team: 20 members

Work Environment:

  • Hybrid work model, with 3 days on-site in Bristol
  • Fast-paced, adaptable culture, supportive of growth and change

Key Attributes for Interim FD:

  • Diligent, proactive, and quick to adapt
  • Flexible in managing change
  • Skilled at building strong relationships and confident communication
  • Experienced in startup cultures and founder interactions
  • Growth-oriented with a risk management focus and strong integrity

Specific Requirements:

  • Address and resolve operational gaps due to team changes
  • Lead the preparation for the first-year audit
  • Ensure smooth and efficient financial operations during the transition

Performance Metrics:

  • Successful completion of the audit
  • Seamless operational transition
  • Achievement of key financial objectives

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Day rate: £450-£700 per day, depending on experience

If you are a proactive and seasoned financial leader seeking a unique challenge in a dynamic and innovative environment, we want to hear from you

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