Rutherford Cross are partnered with a key client to appoint a Interim Group Finance Manager for a period of 3-months with potential for extension. Duties include: Accounts preparation for the business recently acquired, including initial set up of the process Work closely with the finance business partner allocate to the new businesses to ensure they have the accounting information required for their role Ownership of the monthly board reporting process Monthly Group consolidation and close review, including delivery of a new online system for consolidation and financial planning Group overheads – ownership of monthly management accounts, reviewing actuals against forecast/budget Finance support for Group projects Enhancement of Group Finance processes Statutory accounts preparation for Group and subsidiary companies Management of the Group and subsidiary audits Consult with external consultants to develop and deliver the Group tax strategy Ownership of ongoing tax compliance (Corporation tax, VAT returns and other tax matters) Management and development of two Key Attributes: Fully qualified accountant with appropriate post-qualification experience, preferably with a minimum of 4 years PQE and experience working in a similar role and environment Experience managing a group audit Experience dealing with corporation tax, VAT, and other tax matters Excellent technical knowledge including IFRS accounting standards and tax compliance Experience of implementing robust financial controls, processes, and procedures For more information on this opportunity, please contact our consultant Euan Bodie at Rutherford Cross. Our client is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.