Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 45,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Leicester Leicestershire
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Interim Finance Manager
Leicester | £45,000 | 3-Month FTC with Potential to Go Permanent | Immediate Start
We are delighted to be working with on an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of processing the financial accounts, manage the accuracy of systems and uphold financial controls within a growing organisation.
This is a hands-on role combining financial accounting, transactional finance, team management and process improvement, working closely with senior stakeholders to ensure an efficient, well-controlled and high-quality finance function.
Key Responsibilities of the Interim Finance Manager
Assist in leading day-to-day finance operations, systems and financial controls
Manage transactional finance including purchase ledger, sales ledger, bank reconciliations and VAT
Oversee month-end processes, financial accounting and reporting
Manage, support and develop finance staff
Maintain strong financial controls, governance and compliance
Drive process improvements, automation and efficiencies
Lead the administration and development of finance systems
Support internal and external audits
Provide financial advice and support to budget holders and senior stakeholders
About You
Strong experience across financial and operational accounting
Excellent understanding of financial controls, governance and compliance
Strong transactional finance knowledge and hands-on approach
Previous experience managing and developing a finance team
Experience improving finance processes and systems
Strong Excel and finance systems capability
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proactive, solutions-focused and comfortable driving changeIf you are available immediately to start from 24th August 2026 and have the required hands-on experience, we'd love to hear from you! Don't hesitate to apply!
For this role, please note:
Candidates must have full right to work in the UK without the need for any sponsorship.
Candidates must be based within a reasonable commuting distance of Leicester to accommodate 2 days onsite - this is non-negotiable.
CVs clearly demonstrating a local base will be prioritised.At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
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