Interim Finance Manager/Management Accountant - Leeds

Your new role
We are supporting an organisation with the appointment of an Interim Finance Manager/ Management Accountant to oversee day-to-day finance operations and provide hands‑on financial control during a period of change.

This is a broad, delivery‑focused role, ideal for an experienced interim comfortable operating across operational finance, management reporting and cash management.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee day‑to‑day finance operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable
• Produce monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary
• Manage cash flow forecasting and monitor daily cash positions
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure general ledger integrity
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Implement, review and maintain robust financial controls and processes
• Monitor expenditure, review costs and identify opportunities for savings and efficiencies
• Manage key supplier relationships, including negotiating and agreeing payment terms

The ideal candidate

• Proven experience operating as a Finance Manager or Senior Finance professional
• Strong, hands‑on approach with the ability to operate across operational and reporting finance
• Confident producing management accounts and managing cash flow in fast‑paced environments.
• Comfortable improving processes and controls while maintaining business‑as‑usual delivery
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to work closely with non‑finance teams

This role is 2 days on site in Leeds and 3 days working from home.