Interim Finance Manager

Accountable Recruitment are thrilled to be partnering with a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation seeking to appoint an experienced Finance Manager on an initial 12 month fixed term contract.

Based in Greater Manchester you will work a hybrid model.

Salary/Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits package

Job Duties:

• Management of Finance Department:
  • Line manage a team of 4 finance staff, ensuring robust and controlled processes.
  • Develop team members through on-the-job training and external programs, focusing on both finance and soft skills.
• Accounting, Reporting, and Control:
  • Oversee the monthly close process, ensuring clean sub-ledgers and accurate general ledger close by WD3.
  • Approve changes to the BU payroll and manage the submission of actuals and forecast data to Division and Group.
  • Prepare monthly management reporting, including variance commentary, for review by the Finance Director.
  • Review balance sheet reconciliations and manage VAT and CIS returns.
  • Oversee the preparation of annual statutory accounts and tax packs.
  • Liaise with external auditors and manage the delivery of required information.
• Forecasts and Budgets:
  • Prepare forecasts and projections, including 2-year profit and cashflow forecasts and forward land bank profit projection.
  • Develop biannual detailed business plans/forecasts with support from the Finance Director.
  • Model site financial performance and integrate data across systems
  • Present key budget outputs to non-financial audiences and monitor post-plan performance.
• Other Responsibilities:
  • Deputise for the Finance Director, attending meetings on their behalf.
  • Support and challenge managers/directors from other functions to ensure the business delivers shareholder value.
  • Visit active sites in the region biannually and respond to data and analysis requests from across the Division and Group.

Who will I report to?

• Finance Director

When will interviews be taking place?

• Interviews will be happening as soon as possible

Ideal Experience:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Prior experience as a financial accountant or external auditor and management accountant
• Proven staff management experience with a focus on development
• Strong knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel
• Previous industry experience