Finance Transactional Lead (Interim)
Location:
Hybrid (UK-based)
Contract:
Interim / Fixed-term
Day Rate:
£375 – £425 per day (DOE)
The Opportunity
We’re supporting a well-established, multi-entity UK business undergoing a period of transition within its finance function. They require an experienced
Finance Transactional Lead
to step in and ensure operational continuity, while also improving processes and preparing the ground for a permanent hire.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll take ownership of transactional finance operations, with a strong focus on
process improvement, documentation, and stability
:
Map and document existing finance processes into clear, usable SOPs
Identify inefficiencies and recommend automation or process improvements
Support core finance operations including:
Accounts Payable / Receivable
Bank reconciliations
Payment runs and cash management
Assist with month-end and year-end close activities
Provide support during audit periods, including preparation of schedules and reconciliations
Work closely with senior finance stakeholders to assess team capacity and workload
Deliver a structured and thorough handover for the incoming permanent hire
What Success Looks Like
Finance operations continue
without disruption
during the interim period
Processes are clearly documented and easy to follow
Reporting, reconciliations, and payments are delivered
accurately and on time
Audit requests are handled efficiently with minimal rework
Practical recommendations are made to improve systems and workflows
A clean, structured handover is delivered
What We’re Looking For
Essential:
Strong background in
transactional finance within a multi-entity environment
Proven experience improving or streamlining finance processes
Confident across core finance operations (AP, AR, reconciliations, reporting)
Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, data handling)
Experience supporting audits and working to tight deadlines
Ability to
document processes clearly and methodically
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Desirable:
Experience working with ERP/accounting systems in complex environments
Exposure to invoice financing or cashflow-driven reporting
Previous experience in interim, transition, or handover roles
Why Apply?
High-impact interim role with real autonomy
Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes
Exposure to senior stakeholders and business-critical operations
Ideal for someone who enjoys
bringing order to complexity