Robert Half Finance and Accounting are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to join an established manufacturing business based in Gloucester for a minimum of 6 months, potentially up to 12 months.

This is a hands-on role, for an experienced finance professional with previous industry experience, strong management accounting skills and a proven ability to lead and develop a finance team.

Start date: ASAP

Duration: Minimum 6 months, with potential to 12 months

Money: £50,000 - £60,000 (DOE)

Location: Gloucester, office based

Role: Finance Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the finance team, overseeing day-to-day activities
• Oversee the preparation and production of monthly management accounts
• Review financial results, investigate variances against budget and forecast, and provide meaningful commentary on performance
• Support the month-end close process
• Monitor costs, margins and operational performance, with a particular focus on manufacturing-related financial metrics
• Work closely with operational and senior management teams
• Ensure robust financial controls and processes are maintained across the business
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, efficiencies and the overall effectiveness of the finance function

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior management accounting role
• Previous experience within a manufacturing or industrial environment is essential
• Experience of producing and reviewing monthly management accounts
• Previous experience line managing, motivating and developing a finance team.
• A hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to hit the ground running
• Strong communication skills
• Fully qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience candidates will be considered, depending on relevant experience

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