Senior Finance Manager (Interim)

Posted 08 April 2025
Salary £400 - £500 per day
LocationManchester
Job type Temporary
Discipline Finance
ReferenceFinance ManagerBooUK_1744120628

Job description

Senior Finance Manager (Interim) - £400-£500/day (Umbrella) | Immediate Start | Manchester (Hybrid)
Contract length: 5 months

We're partnering with a global organisation in the travel and transport sector to recruit an experienced Senior Finance Manager (Interim) to support their Manchester-based finance team. This is a key hire to cover a 5-month paternity leave, offering excellent exposure across global operations.

📍 Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
📅 Contract Length: 5 months
💷 Day Rate: £400-£500/day (via umbrella)
🚀 Start Date: Immediate (10th April)

The Role:
You'll lead month-end reporting for the transport division, manage key compliance activities (including SOX, tax and statutory filings), and support audit processes. With 3 direct reports and regular collaboration across global finance teams, you'll play a central role in maintaining high standards of financial control and reporting accuracy.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own the timely and accurate month-end reporting process

  • Review key journals, reconciliations, and supporting documentation

  • Lead on compliance matters including tax and SOX requirements

  • Manage and support a small finance team (3 direct reports)

  • Collaborate across global finance functions and technical accounting teams

  • Drive process improvements and support audit readiness

What We're Looking For:

  • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified

  • 5+ years post-qualified experience in financial/management reporting

  • Strong leadership and communication skills

  • Proven ability to work across multiple teams in a fast-paced environment

  • Experience in large or global organisations preferred

  • SAP and VAT/Corporation Tax experience is a bonus, but not essential

If you're immediately available and looking to make a real impact in a senior finance role, we'd love to hear from you.

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