Interim Finance Manager/Management Accountant

Interim Finance Manager/Management Accountant - Construction

Leeds | Upto £400 per day Inside IR35 Duration: 3 + Months, 5 days in office Monday - Friday (flexible start and finish times) Reporting to: Finance Director Business Size: ~£30m turnover | ~200 employees

About the Opportunity A well-established and growing construction organisation based in West Yorkshire is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager/Management Accountant to provide vital cover with an immediate start due to an impending acquisition.

Working in a lean, hands-on finance team of two, you'll take full ownership of the finance function and play a key role in supporting both the MD and FD with accurate reporting, cash management and operational insight. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced construction finance professional who enjoys variety, autonomy, and partnering closely with operational teams.

Your new role

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or strong QBE

A proven track record as a seasoned interim contractor and extensive experience of supporting with year-end, reconciliations, streamlining processes and tightening controls.

Strong transactional oversight and self-improvements capability.

Payroll and Pensions experience would be desirable.

Comfortable working at pace and resolving operational challenges

Ability to effectively communicate with finance and non-finance colleagues, and confident to push back when challenged.

Immediate or short-notice availability

Budget management, monitoring and forecasting

Preparation of management accounts and financial reports

Oversight of income, expenditure and balance sheet reconciliations

Liaison with auditors and external stakeholders

Ensuring financial controls, governance and compliance are maintained

Providing financial insight and support to senior management

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant role

Construction experience including CIS

Fully Qualified Accountant (or QBE)

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

The ability to start immediately or at very short notice

What you'll get in return

Competitive daily rate

Immediate start available

3 + Months minimum

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