Interim Head of Financial Reporting

Job title:

Interim Head of Financial Reporting

Company

Robert Walters

Job description

Robert Walters are partnering with a leading business in Manchester City Centre to appoint an Interim Head of Financial Reporting for c9 months to bring structure, insight, and strategic oversight to the financial operations. This role is critical during a period of transformation in ensuring that financial systems & processes are robust, reporting is accurate, and the eadership team is empowered with the data they need to make informed decisions.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Group CFO with monthly board reporting
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax filings, and regulatory obligations
• Liaise with external auditors and manage the audit process from planning to completion
• Lead the annual budgeting process and rolling forecasts.
• Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure the business meets its financial obligations
• Oversee banking relationships and optimise working capital.
• Design, implement, and maintain robust internal controls and financial procedures.
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency through automation and system enhancements.
• Work closely with the CFO and senior leadership to shape financial strategy and support long-term planning
• Provide financial insights and scenario analysis to support strategic initiatives and commercial decisions.

Essential Experience

• Professional Qualification: ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent.
• Post-Qualification Experience: Minimum 5 years in a senior finance role, ideally including experience as a Financial Controller or Finance Manager.
• Audit & Compliance: Proven track record managing audits and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and tax regulations.
• Team Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop finance teams.
• Systems & Tools: Hands-on experience with ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidatesAbout the jobContract Type: Temporary Interim ManagementSpecialism: Accountancy & FinanceFocus: CFO/Finance Director/Financial ControllerIndustry: AccountancySalary: £90,000 – £130,000 per annumWorkplace Type: HybridExperience Level: Senior ManagementLocation: Manchester CONTRACTORJob Reference: ZCOY7V-9201CF52Date posted: 25 July 2025Consultant: Kathryn Parkinson northern-west accountancy-finance/cfo-finance-director-financial-controller 2025-07-25 2025-08-24 accountancy Manchester Greater Manchester GB GBP 90000 130000 130000 YEAR Robert Walters https://www.robertwalters.co.uk https://www.robertwalters.co.uk/content/dam/robert-walters/global/images/logos/web-logos/square-logo.png true

Expected salary

£90000 – 130000 per year

Location

Manchester

Job date

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 03:45:53 GMT

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