Overview
Interim Senior Finance Specialist - EMEA (9 - 12 month FTC) - Hybrid. Inotiv is seeking an Interim Senior Finance Specialist to join the EMEA finance team. This role offers hands-on involvement in process improvements, delivery of compliance projects, and acting as a deputy to the Finance Director (EMEA) with visibility and impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead finance process improvements to make operations leaner, smarter, and more effective.
* Own and deliver compliance projects that strengthen how we operate across the business.
* Act as the number two to the Finance Director, handling day-to-day activities and stepping in during their absence to ensure the function runs smoothly.
* Provide dotted-line leadership for team members.
What We’re Looking For
* A qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with several years in senior finance roles.
* Strong technical experience in statutory reporting, audit management, VAT and tax compliance, with a practical, solutions-focused mindset.
* Inspirational leader with strong people skills and evidence of coaching and development of others.
* Self-starter who thrives in a role with variety, responsibility, and scope to shape processes.
* Experience working with international external partners (audit and tax advisors).
* Strong leadership with experience across remote, multi-country finance teams, and ability to communicate at all levels.
What’s in it for you?
* Opportunity to impact how the finance team operates.
* Supportive team where your contribution is valued.
Location/Benefits
This is a full-time, UK-based role with hybrid working. You would need to visit the Hillcrest site in Leicestershire about once a week. The role is initially 9-12 month fixed term, with potential to become permanent based on performance and business needs.
* Salary of £80,000 or above (based on experience)
* 33 days holiday (including 8 public holidays)
* Pension, life assurance, and income protection (after qualifying period)
* Flexible benefits including private healthcare, dental, tech discounts, and retail savings
* Employee wellbeing support via EAP, fitness and wellness platform, and mental health resources
About Inotiv
Inotiv is a growing global contract research organisation (CRO) supporting drug discovery and development. Our work contributes to scientific and medical advances that improve health and wellbeing worldwide. Our teams deliver quality science and operational excellence across the journey.
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