Are you a hands-on, supportive Finance Manager seeking a high-impact interim role within a dynamic and innovative business?
We are exclusively supporting a multi-award-winning, Bristol-based industry leading business during a period of exciting transformation. Following a recent business change and with international expansion underway, they require a seasoned Interim Finance Manager to provide crucial leadership and stability for their dedicated finance team.
This is a unique opportunity to step into a well-structured environment with a clear handover period (mid-November) and make a tangible impact, ensuring financial operations continue to excel.
Location: Clevedon (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days remote)
Duration: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Start Date: Late September 2025
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (pro-rata) + Excellent Benefits
Working Pattern: 3 days per week (22.5 hours) - Full-time hours also considered for the right candidate.
The Role:
Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will be the operational lynchpin for the finance function. Your primary focus will be on leading the day-to-day financial activities, nurturing a talented team, and ensuring robust financial control and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Team Leadership: Provide hands-on, supportive, and approachable day-to-day management for a team of 5, including a Management Accountant and Payroll specialist.
2. Management Accounts: Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of monthly management accounts and insightful analysis.
3. Payroll Management: Take ultimate responsibility for the end-to-end payroll process, providing cover and support for the payroll assistant.
4. Audit & Year-End: Support the annual audit and statutory year-end process, with full support from senior finance leadership.
5. Systems & Processes: Utilise your strong MS Dynamics 365 Business Central (BC) skills to ensure system integrity and efficient financial operations.
6. Compliance: Ensure robust financial controls and adherence to ISO standards, VAT, payroll taxes, and R&D reporting.
What We Are Looking For:
We are seeking either a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or Qualified by experience Accountant with a proven track record as a supportive and effective people manager. You must be available to start at the end of September for a handover.
Essential Requirements:
7. A supportive, hands-on, and approachable leadership style - this is our number one priority.
8. Proven, recent UK payroll management experience.
9. Strong, hands-on experience with MS Dynamics 365 BC.
10. Comfortable leading audit and year-end processes (support is available).
11. Immediate availability for a September start on a fixed-term or dady
The Offer:
12. A competitive daily rate equivalent to a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 (pro-rata).
13. A comprehensive benefits package including private medical healthcare, life assurance, and a generous pension.
14. A clear handover period and a supportive senior finance team.
15. The chance to contribute to a successful, innovative business during a key phase of its growth.
If this role is of interest please contact me directly with your CV, availability and requirements -
Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.