Interim Finance Manager (6‑month FTC)£60,000 per annum + excellent benefitsHybrid / Flexible WorkingA leading non-profit organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to play a pivotal role in strengthening its financial leadership during a period of change and strategic development. This is an opportunity to join an organisation with a strong social purpose, committed to improving outcomes for communities and delivering positive societal impact.Working as part of the extended Senior Leadership Team, you will oversee all financial activity, provide high‑quality financial insight, and ensure the organisation's financial controls and reporting standards remain robust, timely and fit for purpose.If you are a confident, hands‑on finance leader who thrives in a mission‑driven environment, this role offers the chance to add real value over a 6‑month period.What's on offer
£60,000 salary (pro rata)
Flexible and agile working - predominantly remote with occasional in‑person meetings
25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus 3 additional days over Christmas
Matched pension scheme (up to 10%)
Holiday buy‑back scheme
Learning & development investment
Wellbeing programme & Employee Assistance Programme
Mental Health First Aiders
Electric car scheme (after qualifying period)
Regular team and social eventsThe Role - Key ResponsibilitiesThe Interim Finance Manager will:
Provide insightful financial guidance, challenge, and reporting to senior leaders, enabling effective decision‑making.
Lead and line‑manage a small finance team, supporting development and performance.
Oversee annual budgeting, reforecasting, and full P&L, balance sheet, and cash‑flow management.
Ensure accurate and timely management accounts, variance analysis and financial risk reporting.
Manage income assurance processes, including grant claims, funding returns and commissioner invoicing.
Oversee all core finance operations, including ledgers, reconciliations, payroll oversight, cash flow, expenses and approval of business expenditure.
Maintain strong financial controls, updating policies and procedures where required.
Ensure accurate VAT accounting and compliance, including preparation of VAT returns.
Lead the annual external audit process.
Build effective relationships with auditors, funders, commissioners, HMRC, suppliers and other external partners.
Support financial modelling, tenders and funding applications.
Collaborate with HR and PMO on workforce planning and resource allocation.
Deputise for the Finance Director when required.About You - Key Skills & ExperienceEssential:
Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA).
Minimum 3 years' experience in a senior finance role.
Strong technical accounting knowledge, including VAT and HMRC compliance.
Experience preparing board‑level financial papers and reports.
Demonstrated experience managing a small finance team.
Proven ownership of cash flow management and forecasting.
Experience leading year‑end processes and external audit.
Skilled at explaining complex financial information clearly to non‑finance colleagues.
Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability.
Experience working in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.
Experience producing accurate P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements in an SME or similar environment.
Experience working with organisations funded by grants, commissioners or public bodies.Desirable:
Experience in grants, tenders and bid applications.
Contract management exposure.
Experience using Xero.Personal Qualities
High levels of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
Self‑motivated with the ability to work autonomously.
Solutions‑focused approach with strong problem‑solving skills.
Resilient, adaptable and comfortable with competing deadlines.
Passion for social purpose and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
Collaborative and supportive team player.If you're an experienced finance leader looking for a meaningful 6‑month opportunity within a purpose‑driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
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