Interim Finance Manager - West Midlands - On site - 3 Months - £30 to £40 per hour (DOE) Your new company Hays Senior Finance is working with an Education Organisation to recruit an Interim Finance Manager for its central finance department. Based at the Head Office, you will work directly with Head Teachers and Senior Leaders to support strong financial planning, clear reporting and confident decision-making. This is a hands-on role suited to a finance professional with schools experience who can step into a busy environment and deliver immediate value. Your new role As Finance Manager, you will take responsibility for core management accounting activity, including: Supporting Head Teachers with budgeting, forecasting and in-year financial planning Producing monthly management accounts and clear financial reports Providing financial insight to support operational and strategic decisions Working closely with school leaders, the CFO and Finance Director Helping ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the trust This is a business-as-usual role requiring confidence, accuracy and the ability to work effectively with non-financial stakeholders. What you'll need to succeed You will bring proven experience of working with school finances, with strong skills in budgeting, forecasting and producing management accounts. You’ll be confident preparing clear, accurate monthly reporting and able to work closely with senior leaders, including Head Teachers. The organisation is open to candidates qualified by experience as well as those with formal finance qualifications, provided you can demonstrate the capability to deliver at this level. 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. 4782675