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 noticeWhat you'll get in return

Competitive daily rate
Immediate start available
3 + Months minimum
What you need to do now
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