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Your new company An established and growing UK business is seeking an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller to join the organisation on an 8-month fixed-term contract. Working closely with the Finance Director and wider leadership team, this is a hands-on role offering broad exposure across financial reporting, cash flow management, commercial analysis, controls, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.This opportunity would suit a proactive finance professional who enjoys working within a fast-paced environment, taking ownership of key finance processes and supporting operational and strategic decision-making. Your new role This is a broad and commercially focused finance leadership role responsible for the production of accurate monthly management accounts, financial reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, cash flow forecasting, banking activities and month-end processes. Working closely with senior leadership and operational teams, the successful candidate will provide insight into business performance, analyse financial trends and variances, oversee sales and purchase ledger functions, manage credit control and supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with VAT, HMRC and audit requirements. The role will also drive continuous improvement across finance systems, processes and controls, while providing leadership, coaching and support to the finance team to enhance performance and contribute to the ongoing success of the business. What you'll need to succeed Qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Senior Management Accountant role. Strong management accounting and month-end experience. Excellent reconciliation, reporting and financial control skills. Experience managing cash flow and working capital. Strong Excel and finance systems experience. Ability to build effective relationships across operational and senior management teams 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. 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 (url removed)

HW Finance are supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Leeds as they look to appoint an experienced Interim Financial Controller for an assignment running from September through to the end of the year. This is a business with real momentum and transformation activity underway. This is a hands-on role for someone technically strong who can take ownership of financial accounting, reporting and controls, whilst supporting the wider leadership team through a busy period. They are seeking an experienced contractor who is comfortable operating within a traditional manufacturing environment and can quickly add value across financial reporting, accounting and controls. Whilst the finance function is well established, there is scope for someone to bring fresh ideas and improve existing systems and processes. Joining the business as an Interim Financial Controller, you will be with the business for an expected period of 4 - 6 Months. Offered a daily rate of £550 - £600 per day (or equivalent FTC package circa £120,000 - £120,000). Key Responsibilities Overseeing all financial accounting and statutory reporting activities Taking ownership of financial controls and governance processes Ensuring accurate and timely month-end and year-end reporting Supporting senior stakeholders with financial insight and analysis Reviewing and improving existing accounting processes and controls Providing leadership within the finance function during a busy period Identifying opportunities to enhance reporting and systems efficiency Candidate Profile An experienced Financial Controller or Finance Director Qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Strong technically across financial accounting and reporting Comfortable working within manufacturing or industrial environments Able to work independently and hit the ground running Experienced in improving processes and strengthening controls Assignment Details On-site Requirement: 4-5 days per week Engagement: Contract Day Rate or Fixed-Term Contract Please get in touch with Niamh Hellewell for a confidential discussion.