Interim Finance Manager

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Job description

Interim Finance Manager jobs in Plymouth

Exciting Opportunity: Interim Finance Manager (Manufacturing sector)Location: Plymouth (Hybrid)Rate: £200 - £300 per dayDuration: Up to 12 monthsHybrid: 2-3 days in the office
Hays are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an Interim Finance Manager to join a growing manufacturing company based in the Plymouth area. This role offers a competitive rate of £200 - £300 per day.
Role Overview:As the Interim Finance Manager, you will oversee the finance function, provide strategic financial guidance, and support the Senior Management Team. Your primary objective will be to review and enhance current finance support systems, ensuring robust financial controls and risk management throughout the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:

Review and improve finance support systems, making recommendations to the Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees.

Ensure effective risk management and financial controls at both strategic and operational levels.

Develop and maintain procedures and systems for effective financial resource control and expenditure.

Support the Chief Executive, Treasurer, and staff with financial matters, including regular reporting on income and expenditure and preparing quarterly management accounts.

Main Tasks:

Manage day-to-day finance operations, including income and expenditure records, grant and funding records, and invoicing.

Oversee payroll functions, including BACS transfers, auto-enrollment to the pension scheme, and tax/NI payments.

Supervise the Finance Officer, ensuring timely payments, banking, credit card receipts, and petty cash management.

Prepare the annual audit file and financial reports for the Board, Finance Sub Committee, and external stakeholders.

Support strategic planning and budgeting processes and assist with financial information for funding bids and tenders.

Person Specification:
Qualifications:

QBE Accountant or equivalent financial management qualification

Experience/Knowledge:

Proficiency in accounting systems, financial controls, cash-flow management, balance sheets, and investment returns

Experience using computerised accounting software packages (QuickBooks preferred) (Essential)

Managing payroll systems and understanding Inland Revenue requirements and pension scheme auto-enrollment

Line management experience

Skills:

Proficiency in Office 365 and intermediate-level Excel skills (Essential)

Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Essential)

Ability to present complex information clearly (Essential)

Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines (Essential)

Attributes:

Ability to work independently and proactively, with minimal supervision (Essential)

Collaborative and proactive approach to working with senior management and the wider staff team (Essential)

Commitment to diversity and equal opportunities (Essential)

If this opportunity aligns with your skills and career aspirations, we would love to hear from you. Please reach out to us today!
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