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Interim Finance Manager (5-6 Week Assignment) Location: East Kilbride Reporting to: Finance Director Contract Type: Interim The Opportunity A confidential organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to support its finance function during a period of change and increased workload. Working alongside the existing Finance Director, you will play a key role in delivering core financial outputs, strengthening controls, and supporting the transition to a new team structure. This is a collaborative, non-hierarchical role designed to add capacity and expertise rather than replace existing leadership. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Controls Support delivery of monthly management reporting and key financial outputs Maintain and strengthen financial controls across the function Assist with audit preparation and external auditor liaison Contribute to the month-end reporting cycle Treasury & Working Capital Support cashflow forecasting and working capital management Assist with banking relationships and invoice finance arrangements Monitor cash position and highlight risks/opportunities Systems & Process Improvement Review and enhance finance processes and systems Identify efficiencies and support implementation of improvements Document processes and embed new ways of working Team & Business Support Work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure continuity of outputs Provide cover and support as required Assist the wider finance team through organisational change Support budgeting, forecasting, and commercial analysis Key Deliverables (Examples) Weekly 13-week cashflow forecast Aged debt and reporting analysis Stock and working capital insights Monthly cost and headcount reporting About You Essential: Proven experience in a finance manager or senior finance role Strong technical accounting and reporting knowledge Experience in cashflow forecasting and financial controls Hands-on, collaborative approach within a small team Advanced Excel and accounting systems skills Able to quickly adapt in an interim capacity with minimal onboarding Desirable: Professional qualification or part qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) Previous interim/contract experience Exposure to invoice finance and stock environments Experience supporting organisational or finance function change IND-NORTH

The Head of Finance will oversee and manage finances for the team. This interim role requires strong accounting skills and a focus on supporting effective financial decisions. Client Details The organisation is a highly reputable organisation and is known for its high standards and strong impact. It operates at scale and maintains a professional and structured environment. Description Lead the finance team. Set financial strategy. Manage budgets, forecasting, and reporting. Ensure financial controls and compliance. Support investment and project decisions. Manage and develop finance team. Improve finance processes. Work with senior stakeholders. Profile Senior finance leadership experience. Strong financial management skills. Strategic thinking. Team leadership ability. Good communication skills. You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA or ACCA). Job Offer Pay rate is between £450-£550 per day (dependent on experience). Opportunity to work for a highly reputable organisation, within the not-for-profit sector. Chance to lead a vital financial function. Collaborative and professional working environment. Potential to impact strategic decision-making in the not-for-profit sector. This interim role offers a unique opportunity for a skilled finance professional to make a significant impact. If you are ready to take on the role of Head of Finance, we encourage you to apply.

Robert Half is partnering with a well-established, business based in Bath to recruit an experienced Management Accountant. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-growing group with a genuine global footprint, working closely with the Group Finance Manager to strengthen financial reporting and drive performance across the business. Management Accountant Bath £250-£300pd Interim - 3-4 months Hybrid (3 days office-based) The Role Prepare and review monthly management accounts across multiple group entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance ahead of consolidation Business partner with stakeholders across the wider organisation, building strong relationships and a clear understanding of the story behind the numbers Work closely with the Transactional team to improve invoice coding and balance sheet reconciliations Oversee cash flow forecasting and VAT returns, supporting the financial health of the group About You Proven track record in a similar Management Accountant role Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) - QBE also considered Sharp analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies Strong communicator, comfortable engaging stakeholders at all levels of the business What's on Offer Competitive day rate Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 from home A genuinely supportive, friendly team culture This is a strong opportunity for a Management Accountant looking to join an ambitious, international business with real scope to make an impact. For more details or to apply, please contact Dan Williams at Robert Half - Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Interim Financial Planning Consultant - 3 Months - West Midlands - Hybrid - up to £400 per day (umbrella) Your new company A Multi-Academy Trust undergoing a period of financial process improvement is seeking an experienced Financial Planning Consultant to strengthen capability across its finance team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on consulting environment and can quickly build confidence and consistency within school-facing finance teams. Your new role You will lead a programme of financial improvement, identifying gaps in knowledge, refining job descriptions and coaching the team to operate effectively and independently. A key part of the role involves attending meetings with headteachers, initially demonstrating best practice, then supporting the team as they take the lead themselves. Responsibilities include: Build and embed a clear, reliable month-end timetable Review how Pupil Premium and nursery spend are reflected within budgets and forecasts Strengthen oversight of risks, management accounts and financial controls Ensure consistency of reporting and approach Support process improvement and help the team understand what "good" looks like in a MAT finance environment. What you'll need to succeed Experience working within a Multi-Academy Trust (essential)Strong financial planning, budgeting and forecasting capabilityConfident coaching and developing finance teamsAbility to influence senior stakeholders, including headteachersUnderstanding of school funding nuances, including Pupil Premium and early years/nursery fundingQBE or qualified accountants welcomeA proactive, structured and improvement-focused approach. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Finance Assistant sought by a global, £multibillion construction products manufacturer. This long-established, privately-owned company has nearly 200 locations across over 50 countries. They are looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to join their Ross-on-Wye headquarters. Your responsibilities: Reporting to the Financial Controller, as a Finance Assistant your day-to-day duties will include: Subsidiary accounting, involving a range of tasks from salaries, journals, accruals and prepayments, pension, reconciliations, TB, fixed assets and producing monthly accounts Subsidiary budgeting Financial accounts reconciliations and processes Cover of Stock reconciliations Financial projects Financial accounting general enquiries Annual stock check attendance Year End reporting and other adhoc reporting requirements. Audit assistance: year-end, interim and statutory audit, HMRC government audits and other audit requirements Your skills & experience as Finance Assistant: Previous accounting experience, AAT/CIMA/ACCA part-qualified or equivalent Previous working knowledge of SAP and SAGE would be an advantage Computer literate in all MS Office applications Self-driven, friendly & a positive disposition, with a clear focus on high quality and delivering results Accuracy, attention to detail, excellent organisation skills Actively participates in team work to ensure organisational goals are met The ability to prioritise own workload & multitask Benefits: £25,000 - £32,000 depending on experience 32 days holidays including bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 2 years' service 50% hybrid over 2 week period after probation 37.5 hours per week Flexible hours (core hours 10am-3pm) Time off in lieu Pension scheme Access to benefits platform Internal training & development courses available Option to buy and sell holiday Cycle to Work scheme Onsite parking Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing Enhanced paternity pay after 2 years Long service awards Employee assistance programme Internal training academy Access to external training and supported education Social culture and events Finance Assistant Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire £25,000 - £32,000 + excellent benefits

Chalk Hill Group is supporting a PE-backed business, based in Bracknell, in the appointment of an Interim Financial Controller to help lead the Finance team through a period of transformation. This six-month assignment will suit an experienced finance leader who is comfortable operating in a changing environment, providing both hands-on leadership and strategic support to the senior management team. Reporting into the Finance Director, the successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial management while helping drive operational improvements across the business. The role will have broad responsibility across financial reporting, controls, team leadership and business partnering. Working closely with operational stakeholders, you will provide commercial insight to support decision-making and help deliver key business objectives during a critical phase of development. Key areas of focus will include: Leading and developing the finance team, ensuring clear accountability and high performance across all areas of finance Overseeing the month-end process and ensuring the delivery of accurate and meaningful financial information Reviewing and strengthening financial controls, processes and reporting capabilities. Supporting budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and working capital optimisation. Acting as a trusted partner to senior leadership, providing financial analysis and commercial challenge where required Supporting ongoing change initiatives, including process improvement, systems development and finance transformation projects Ensuring the finance function continues to operate effectively while adapting to evolving business requirements. About you: Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA,ACMA) Previously operated at Financial Controller / Head of Finance level within complex, multi-site organisations Experience leading sizeable teams Able to partner with senior stakeholders. Hybrid working - 3 days a week in Bracknell office. This assignment offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact within a well-established business, providing leadership, stability and expertise during a critical time. PACKAGE: £65,000 - £75,000 + BENEFITS Chalk Hill Group is a Recruitment Agency. By applying for this role, you are authorising us as a Recruitment Agency to contact you and to provide services and information relating to job hunting activities. Please see our Privacy Policy on our website.

12Month FTC Housing Org North Manchester Hybrid Up to £80,000 Senior FBP Your new company You will be joining a large, purpose-led organisation operating at scale across the UK, delivering essential services to a significant and diverse customer base. With a strong focus on reinvesting into its operations and improving outcomes, the business combines commercial discipline with long-term strategic thinking. Following a recent restructure within finance, the organisation is strengthening its partnering and performance capability by creating a more defined separation between reporting and commercial insight. This hire is a key part of that evolution, offering the opportunity to join during a period of transformation and help shape how finance supports the wider business. Your new role As Senior Finance Partner, you will take on a highly visible leadership position within the finance function, acting as the head of service for your area and owning both the strategic and operational delivery of finance partnering. This is a 12-month fixed-term role with strong potential for extension or permanency depending on business needs. Reporting into a Head of Finance Partnering & Performance, you will sit within a developing structure that includes Finance Partners and junior finance staff, with responsibility for both delivery and people leadership. Your core responsibilities will include: Leading business partnering activity across your function, providing meaningful financial insight and challengeOwning budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and relevance for decision-makingDeveloping and driving KPIs and performance metrics, linking financial outcomes to operational deliveryIdentifying risks and opportunities, and putting in place clear mitigation or optimisation strategiesWorking closely with senior stakeholders, including C-suite, to influence decisions and improve financial performanceManaging and developing a small team, with scope for future growth as the structure evolvesSupporting ongoing improvements to systems, reporting, and finance processesThis is a genuinely strategic partnering role, suited to someone who can go beyond the numbers and play an active role in shaping outcomes. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will need to be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA - UK recognised) with proven experience operating in a senior business partnering capacity within a complex organisation. You'll bring a strong balance of technical capability and commercial acumen, but what will really set you apart is your ability to influence and challenge stakeholders at a senior level. Key experience and attributes include: Demonstrable success in a true business partnering role, not just management accounting Strong experience engaging with senior leadership and presenting financial insight confidently Ability to identify financial risks and opportunities and translate them into actionable strategies Proven line management experience, with the confidence to lead, coach, and handle difficult conversations Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to connect financial data to broader business performance Resilience, proactivity, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment Strong Excel skills, with experience of financial systems (Oracle or similar desirable) Candidates from both public and private sector backgrounds will be considered, provided they can demonstrate strong transferable partnering and strategic finance experience. What you'll get in return You'll receive a competitive salary of up to £80,897, alongside the opportunity to step into a high-impact role with genuine ownership and visibility. The role offers a hybrid working model, with three days per week in the office (set expectation), and exposure to senior decision-making at a critical time for the finance function. Beyond the package, this is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping a modern finance partnering function, gaining valuable leadership experience and positioning yourself for longer-term progression, whether through extension or a permanent opportunity. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester.

Leading travel industry Corporation tax manager Hybrid contract role. Your new company This client is a leading player in the travel industry with the corporate headquarters in London. This role sits within the tax team providing services to the whole organisation. Your new role This is a tax role within a global organisation providing tax services across the group, supporting key business units and leveraging expertise to ensure compliance, effective risk management, and identification of tax opportunities. You will be working in collaboration with group tax, finance teams, auditors, and external advisors. Key Responsibilities: Prepare corporation tax computations and support the end-to-end compliance cycleDeliver IFRS tax reporting, including statutory accounts, interim reporting, and tax notesSupport audit processes and provide analysis to internal and external auditorsProduce cash tax and forecasting modelsAssist with tax advice on commercial transactions and restructuring activitiesPromote tax policy adherence and respond to ad hoc queriesCollaborate with group tax teams, UK finance functions, and external advisors to ensure accurate and consistent tax outcomes. What you'll need to succeed ACA / CTA with a minimum of 5 years' experience with in-house tax or large corporate tax Experience with Alpha tax preferredStrong analytical and reasoning skillsAbility to manage tax projects autonomously with stress reliance and accuracyHelp to build or enhance tax and business networks to make work more effectiveProactive approach in order to acquire knowledge and awareness of the business to provide commercially focused tax support What you'll get in return Competitive day rate with hybrid working. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Sewell Wallis is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly respected charity supporting vulnerable people across South Yorkshire. With an annual turnover of approximately 10 million, our client provides vital services to vulnerable people, helping them build brighter, more independent futures. We are seeking an experienced and qualified Head of Finance to lead the organisation's finance function. Reporting directly to the CEO and forming part of the Senior Management Team, this is a key leadership role offering the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making while ensuring robust financial management and governance across the organisation. This position will suit a proactive and hands-on finance professional who enjoys working within a purpose-driven organisation and is confident leading a small finance team in a dynamic and evolving environment. What will you be doing? Leading and developing the Finance function, managing a team of four. Producing monthly management accounts, financial reports and analysis for the Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees Preparing annual budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections to support organisational planning and sustainable growth Monitoring organisational reserves and providing strategic financial insight to support decision-making Preparing statutory year-end accounts and acting as the key contact for external auditors Ensuring compliance with charity accounting requirements, statutory regulations and internal financial controls Overseeing the monthly payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC, pension and other statutory obligations Supporting funding applications, tenders, contracts and grant reporting through the provision of financial information Driving continuous improvement across finance systems, controls and processes Working collaboratively with operational teams and non-finance stakeholders across the organisation What are we looking for? Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Previous experience leading a finance function at a senior level Experience managing and developing finance teams Strong management accounting, budgeting and financial reporting experience Experience preparing statutory accounts and managing external audit processes Strong understanding of financial controls, compliance and governance Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience using accounting systems Experience with QuickBooks and Sage Payroll would be beneficial What's on offer? Salary of 55,000 Hybrid working arrangement Flexible start and finish times 5% matched pension contribution Enhanced Westfield Health package Up to 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays The opportunity to play a key role in an organisation making a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable people For more information, please apply below or contact Inci Evcil at Sewell Wallis for a confidential discussion. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Employment Type: Temporary Location : Hybrid Brixton, UK, 4 days/week Hybrid (1 day a week in office in Brixton) London-based Salary : Starting from £400 (GBP), Per Day Team : Finance Seniority : Senior Closing : This role has no specific closing date. Job Description The Financial Controller is a management-level role responsible for the overall financial control and management of the organisation. This is a hands-on role where you will execute and own the financial operations, while ensuring the precision and integrity of all financial records, including verifying the work of outsourced bookkeepers. As a fully qualified accounting professional, you will verify the accuracy of the organisation's financial operations and ensure strict adherence to UK accounting standards and financial controls. You will provide the Head of Finance and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) with strategic, high-quality reports for decision-making, budgeting, and the annual audit. Core Responsibilities Financial Operations & Bookkeeping Verify the accuracy of all ledger entries and day-to-day financial transactions. Perform bank reconciliations and review the work of outsourced bookkeepers to ensure accuracy and consistency. Own and manage the Pleo expense management platform, personally verifying that data exports to QuickBooks are correct and reconciled monthly. Personally maintain detailed financial documentation and audit trails to meet all statutory requirements. Review technical accounting treatments for restricted funds within QuickBooks to ensure compliance with donor requirements and charity law. Monitor and review accounts receivable and payable ledgers, taking a lead role in reporting on debtor and creditor ageing. Arrange and process all outgoing payments, including approved staff expenses and supplier invoices, while strictly enforcing the organisation's Expenses Policy. Prepare and submit VAT returns and Gift Aid claims, ensuring total compliance with HMRC regulations. Act as the senior technical lead for financial queries, designing and upholding robust internal controls across the organisation. Liaise with and manage the relationship with the outsourced payroll provider, reviewing monthly pay runs for accuracy. Financial Reporting & Budgeting Prepare month-end management accounts, ensuring all accruals, prepayments, and adjustments are accurately posted. Prepare and distribute budget templates to budget holders, offering technical guidance throughout the annual budget cycle. Consolidate sub-budgets into a master draft for review by the Head of Finance. Provide analytical support to budget holders to enable effective variance analysis and ongoing budget monitoring. Create bespoke financial reports and granular project budgets to facilitate scenario planning, financial analysis, and strategic decision-making. Audit & Process Maintenance Coordinate the annual audit process, acting as the primary technical point of contact for external auditors. Manage the audit testing process, ensuring all evidence and documentation are provided accurately and on time. Contribute to the preparation of the Trustees' Report, audit schedules, and draft accounts. Provide technical feedback on draft financial statements to auditors. Oversee the production timeline and data requirements for the Annual Report. Maintain and update financial policies and record-keeping systems to ensure they remain fit for purpose. Develop clear process documentation where necessary. Identify and implement practical optimisations to financial systems and procedures to increase organisational efficiency and automation. Essential Skills and Qualifications Professional Qualification: Fully qualified CCAB accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). This role requires a professional capable of advanced financial management and strategic oversight. Technical Experience: At least 5 years of significant post-qualification experience in a senior financial management or control role. Software Proficiency: Proven experience using financial software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage. Financial Knowledge: A deep understanding of chart of accounts structures, cash/accrual-based accounting, and the distinction between restricted and unrestricted fund accounting. Communication: Ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable information for non-finance staff. REF-

A well-established housing provider in the North West is seeking an interim Head of Finance Business Partnering for an inital 6-month period with option of temp to permanent for the right candidate. The organisation has a strong focus on service delivery, financial control, and continuous improvement across its housing operations click apply for full job details

6-12-month contract Flexible working Attractive packageA Yorkshire-based Higher Education institution is seeking an experienced senior finance leader to undertake a high-impact interim assignment as number two in Finance, reporting to the Executive Director of Finance and Strategic Planning.This appointment comes at a pivotal point for the organisation, offering the opportunity to provide immediate leadership capacity during a period of financial recovery, regulatory focus, and organisational change.The RoleThis is a hands-on, senior leadership position operating across both strategic and operational levels.The successful candidate will: Provide day-to-day leadership of Finance and Planning, ensuring clarity of priorities and delivery Create operational headroom for the Executive Director to focus on strategic finance, lender engagement and board assurance. Strengthen financial grip, reporting, and performance insight Support delivery of year-end, audit, and budget cycles Play a key role in embedding integrated planning and data-driven decision-making Key Focus Areas Leadership & Delivery: Visible, credible leadership of finance and planning teams through a complex and evolving environment Financial Planning: Oversight of budgeting, forecasting and development of the medium-term financial plan Cash & Covenant: Strengthening liquidity management, cash flow forecasting and covenant reporting Reporting & Insight: Enhancing Executive and Board-level reporting to support decision-making Business Partnering: Supporting senior academic and professional leaders with clear financial insight Audit & Compliance: Supporting year-end, external audit and regulatory returns Continuous Improvement: Driving improvements in systems, processes and reporting outputs Candidate ProfileWe are seeking a qualified accountant with: Significant senior finance leadership experience, ideally within higher education or a complex regulated environment A track record of delivering in financially challenged or recovery settings Strong expertise across planning, forecasting, cash flow, audit and reporting The ability to bring pace, grip and clarity in a demanding environment A collaborative, pragmatic and hands-on approach Credibility to operate with Executive colleagues and senior stakeholders Why This Role? A rare opportunity to step into a number two finance role with real influence The chance to make a tangible difference in a critical period Exposure to Executive and Board-level activity A flexible, hybrid working model A highly competitive interim package, reflective of the scope and impact Key Details Duration: 6-12 months Start: Immediate / ASAP Location: West Yorkshire / 2/3 days in the office Reporting to: Executive Director of Finance and Strategic Planning For a confidential discussion, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Interim Senior Commercial Finance Analyst - Bournemouth Immediate Start Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home) Competitive Salary of up to £70k Sheridan Maine is recruiting an experienced Interim Commercial Finance Analyst (Reporting & Insights) to support a well-established Bournemouth based business through a key period (3-6 months) of reporting and forecasting transformation. This is an immediate start opportunity.This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional with strong reporting, analysis, and business modelling skills to make an immediate impact. Working closely with the Commercial Finance team, you will help enhance reporting capabilities, streamline processes, and improve forecasting tools ahead of a busy period. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Commercial Finance Analyst: Review and enhance promotional and trading performance reporting Develop new pricing and customer trend analysis reports Evaluate and refine existing BI reports, identifying opportunities for consolidation and improvement Create a suite of commercial finance reports to support range reviews, promotional analysis, stock performance, and availability reporting Review and improve existing forecasting models and reporting processes Collaborate with stakeholders across Finance and the wider business to understand reporting requirements and deliver meaningful insights Support continuous improvement initiatives across reporting and commercial analysis To succeed in this Senior Commercial Finance Analyst position, you will have: Proven experience within Commercial Finance, FP&A, or Financial Analysis roles Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable insights Advanced Excel skills, including modelling and complex reporting Experience working with BI reporting tools Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines within a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills What's on Offer: Immediate start opportunity Hybrid working arrangement Exposure to high-profile commercial finance projects Opportunity to add value through meaningful reporting and process improvements If you are available at short notice and have the experience to hit the ground running, we would love to hear from you.Apply today or contact Sheridan Maine for a confidential discussion.You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

£75,000 per annum Fixed term (8 months) Part home/Part office (London) based UNICEF ensures more of the world's children are vaccinated, educated and protected than any other organisation. We have done more to influence laws and policies to help protect children than anyone else. We get things done. And we're not going to stop until the world is a safe place for all our children. This is a great opportunity to join the UK Committee for UNICEF (UNICEF UK) as Head of the Finance Business Partnering Team. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead the team responsible for organisational financial planning and analysis, partnering with budget holders across the organisation and delivering vital and timely information and analysis to support key strategic decisions and the delivery of the strategic plan. The ideal candidate is someone who has successfully managed a similar Finance Business Partnering /FP&A team with a track record in effective partnering with income-generating teams and in building a high-performing team that provides insight and constructive challenge. Act now and visit the website via the apply button to apply online. Closing date: 9am, Monday 6 July 2026. Interview date: TBC via video conferencing (MS Teams). In return, we offer: excellent pay and benefits (including flexible working, generous annual leave and pension, big brand discounts and wellbeing tools) outstanding training and learning opportunities and the support to flourish in your role impressive open plan office space and facilities on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park an open culture and workplace with colleagues who share our values, enjoy their work and are motivated to do their utmost for children. the opportunity to work in a leading children's organisation making a difference to children around the world Our application process: We use a system called "Applied" that anonymises your responses and focuses on your actual skills that are relevant to this role. This benefits you by giving you a greater chance of expressing your skills in this objective selection process. We anticipate most colleagues will work two days a week in the office on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, East London and the rest of the time from home. We will happily discuss other flexible options to suit your circumstances. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, disabled candidates, and from men, because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at this level at UNICEF UK. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater results for children. UNICEF UK promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We make employment decisions by matching business needs with skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We welcome a conversation about your flexible working requirements, personal growth, and promoting a workplace where you can be yourself and achieve success based only on your merit. The successful candidate will be required to apply for a criminal records check. A criminal record will not necessarily bar you from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the role and the circumstances of your offences. We only accept online applications as this saves us money, making more funds available for us to help ensure children's rights. If you require support in completing the online form or an application form in an alternative format, please contact Supporter Care on during office hours. If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that we only provide feedback to shortlisted candidates. Registered Charity Nos. (England and Wales) SC043677 (Scotland)

Interim Management Accountant Derby 12-month Fixed Term Contract Site-based with Flexi Hours 45-55k + benefits Role Overview Eaton Syalon is partnering exclusively with a Derby based business to recruit an experienced Interim Management Accountant to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is a hands-on, varied role supporting the full month-end cycle, management reporting, forecasting, budgeting, cost centre analysis, capex reporting and year-end activities. The role would suit a qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience accountant with strong end-to-end management accounting experience, excellent communication skills and the ability to quickly build relationships with operational and finance stakeholders. This is a site-based role offering flexible working hours and the opportunity to work in a relaxed, friendly and supportive culture. Key Responsibilities The Interim Management Accountant will be responsible for: Preparing monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy, completeness and timely delivery. Managing key elements of the month-end close process, including journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations. Producing month-end reporting packs with clear commentary on performance. Completing variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior periods. Investigating key movements and providing meaningful insight to stakeholders. Preparing and maintaining cashflow forecasts. Assisting with the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts. Reviewing overhead cost centres and providing analysis of spend, trends and variances. Business partnering with cost centre managers to support financial understanding and cost control. Supporting capex reporting, including tracking spend against approved projects and budgets. Assisting with the preparation of statutory accounts and year-end schedules. Supporting analysis required for corporation tax submissions. Maintaining and improving balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls. Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be a confident and proactive management accountant who can quickly understand the business, take ownership of month-end responsibilities and provide reliable support across the finance function. You will be comfortable working in a site-based environment and engaging with both finance and non-finance colleagues. Strong communication skills, accuracy and the ability to hit the ground running will be essential. Skills and Experience Required Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience accountant. Strong end-to-end management accounting experience. Experience preparing monthly management accounts. Solid understanding of month-end processes, journals, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations. Experience with budgeting, forecasting and cashflow forecasting. Ability to review and analyse overhead cost centres. Confident business partnering with cost centre managers and operational stakeholders. Experience with capex reporting and analysis. Exposure to statutory accounts preparation and year-end reporting High attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines. Proactive, hands-on approach with the confidence to take ownership. Personal Attributes Strong communicator who can explain financial information clearly. Proactive and able to work with minimal supervision. Commercially aware with strong analytical skills. Organised, accurate and deadline-focused. Able to build effective relationships across the business. Comfortable challenging numbers and asking questions. We'd love to hear from you if you are looking for your next interim project

Interim FP&A Analyst - 3/4-Month Project Your new company Hays are exclusively partnering with a fast-growing business based near Ross-on-Wye to recruit an Interim Analyst. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an evolving organisation and play a key role in enhancing how people data informs business decisions. The role - Project focus You will take ownership of improving People & Culture reporting, with a focus on delivering insightful, data-driven outputs, including: Headcount analysis (FTEs, starters, leavers, internal movements) Attrition and retention trends Salary, bonus, and benefits cost modelling Productivity and cost-per-head metrics Linking workforce data into the P&L and forecasting processes Day-to-day responsibilities Extracting, cleaning, structuring, and validating raw HR data (Excel / HR systems) Integrating people data with financial data (payroll, cost centres, budgets) Building robust, repeatable reporting solutions rather than one-off analysis Producing clear, meaningful insights that explain drivers of people costs Collaborating closely with Finance, IT, and HR to support strategic decision-making The overall aim is to create a joined-up, reliable view of workforce data, enabling the business to better understand: Key cost drivers Workforce efficiency and productivity Future hiring plans and investment decisions What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to submit an up-to-date copy of your CV, or get in touch for more details.If this role isn't quite right for you, but you are exploring new opportunities, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Cedar is partnered with a private equity-backed technology and infrastructure business in London to appoint an Interim Corporate Finance Analyst. This is a 3-6 month contract for an Interim Corporate Finance Analyst, offering a day rate of £550-600 per day. The Company This London-based, private equity-backed infrastructure and technology business operates in a capital-intensive, transaction-focused environment. The business is active across acquisitions, financing and long-term planning, with corporate finance playing a central role in evaluating opportunities, structuring funding and supporting senior decision-making. The team is based in London and works closely with executive stakeholders on live transactions. The Role The Interim Corporate Finance Analyst will sit within the Corporate Finance team and focus on Excel-based modelling to support acquisitions, financing activity and strategic planning. The Interim Corporate Finance Analyst will be hands-on in building and refining financial models that inform investment decisions, funding structures and strategic scenarios. This is a London-based role with direct exposure to high-impact corporate finance work. Key responsibilities include: Building and maintaining complex Excel-based financial models to support acquisition and corporate development activity, including transaction models, integrated three-statement models and long-range planning models. Enhancing the long-range financial model, updating for actuals, budget and forecast changes, and improving structure and flexibility to support acquisition scenarios and financing decisions. Running detailed financial analysis on inorganic and strategic opportunities, including valuation, funding structures, leverage, covenant headroom and sensitivity analysis across capital structures. Performing scenario and sensitivity analysis to assess the impact of acquisitions, refinancing and capital structure changes on cash flow, leverage and returns. Producing clear, decision-ready model outputs with well-structured outputs, charts and concise commentary, supported by robust documentation. Supporting M&A and corporate development projects through structured financial analysis, deal structuring and assessment of funding options. Working closely with the Corporate Finance leadership team on acquisition-related modelling, analysis and ad-hoc requests. Your Profile Highly competent Excel-based financial modelling skills. Strong knowledge of financing and capital structures. Experience delivering modelling to support acquisitions and corporate development activity. CA or CFA qualification. Exposure to transaction services, investment banking, private equity or infrastructure finance environments is beneficial. Compensation & Working Arrangements The day rate for this Interim Corporate Finance Analyst role is £550-600 per day. The £550-600 per day rate reflects the scope, complexity and exposure of the position. The role is based in London, with hybrid working in place and office attendance typically 2-3 days per week. This Interim Corporate Finance Analyst position offers £550-600 per day alongside exposure to live transactions, financing activity and senior-level decision-making within a private equity-backed environment.

Temp-to-Perm Potential 6 Month FTC Up to £68,300 Hybrid East Cheshire Immediate Start Your new company A well-established, values-led organisation operating within a regulated environment is seeking an experienced finance leader to support them through a key period of transition. The organisation has a strong focus on delivering high-quality services, driving value for money, and maintaining robust financial governance, with a collaborative leadership culture and clear strategic direction. Your new role As Interim Head of Finance Business Partnering, you will lead a high-performing finance team, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance reporting across both revenue and capital. You will play a pivotal role in supporting budget holders and senior stakeholders, ensuring accurate and insightful financial information underpins decision-making. Genuine Temp-to-Perm potential Key responsibilities will include: Leading the business partnering function, including month-end, forecasting, and financial performance analysis Overseeing the preparation and review of budgets and contributing to long-term business planning Driving improvements in financial systems, reporting automation, and operational efficiency Supporting year-end processes, including financial statements and audit coordination Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, policies, and external reporting requirements Leading and developing the team through a period of change, enhancing capability and performance Building strong relationships across the organisation and with external stakeholders What you'll need to succeed Qualified accountant (or equivalent) with strong post-qualified experience A proven track record of leading finance business partnering teams in a complex, regulated environment Strong technical accounting knowledge alongside commercial and strategic awareness Demonstrable experience of driving change, improving processes, and leveraging systems/automation Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at senior level A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong leadership capability What you'll get in return Salary up to £68,300 (pro-rata for interim duration) Opportunity to operate at a senior leadership level and influence strategic decision-making Exposure to a complex and evolving organisation undergoing transformation Flexible hybrid working arrangements and a supportive, collaborative environment Genuine Temp-to-Perm potential What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester.

Job Title: Interim Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead Location: Hybrid Working Role Purpose A public sector organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Third Party Spend Programme Implementation Lead to deliver a key workstream within its wider transformation programme. This newly created role has been established following an independent review that identified opportunities to reduce third-party spend and improve value for money. The successful candidate will lead a programme of spend reviews, identify savings opportunities, and work with stakeholders across the organisation to deliver measurable financial benefits. The role requires a senior transformation professional with strong commercial and procurement knowledge, capable of advising on the resources, governance, and organisational changes needed to ensure successful delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of a Third Party Spend Reduction Programme. Develop and manage a rolling programme of spend reviews across key expenditure categories. Analyse spend data and identify opportunities for savings and efficiencies. Translate recommendations from an external review into deliverable actions and outcomes. Engage with service areas, finance teams, procurement colleagues, and suppliers to implement cost reduction initiatives. Establish programme governance, reporting, and benefits tracking. Provide advice and challenge to senior stakeholders on commercial and spend management opportunities. Essential Experience Proven experience leading large-scale transformation, efficiency, or cost reduction programmes. Experience operating at Head of Service, Head of Transformation, Director, or equivalent senior level. Strong commercial and financial analysis skills. Experience delivering measurable savings and benefits realisation. Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills. Ability to interpret complex spend data and translate findings into practical actions. Desirable Experience Public sector procurement and contract management experience. Knowledge of public sector governance and financial management. Relevant programme, transformation, procurement, or finance qualifications. Working Arrangements This is an initial six-month contract, funded through the transformation programme, with the potential for extension based on programme success. Hybrid working is available.