Charity - Interim Finance Director - 12M FTC - Up To £75k Plus Fantastic Benefits - Manchester Your new company Independent registered charity that represents and supports students across a number of sister organisations in the Northwest. Your new role As Interim Finance Director, you will be working in a key role, supporting the organisation as they look to transition into a shared services' environment. You will oversee operations and manage the central Finance function, supporting the COO with duties including production of management accounts, VAT, budgeting and forecasting and balance sheet management. This is a flexible hybrid role based in the city centre - please note, this contract is for 12months, but could potentially become permanent dependent on business performance. What you'll need to succeed You will be a fully qualified Accountant at CIPFA/ACA/CIMA/ACCA level. You will have a dynamic personality, can do attitude and a hands-on approach with experience in similar roles. You will have a proven history of leading small finance teams and taking responsibility of management accounts, balance sheet management, budgeting and forecasting and VAT, as well as liaising with external auditors and ensuring they adhere to tight timelines. You will be confident collaborating with Executive leadership teams, with some Board reporting required. Candidates with a background working within an SME environment will likely be suited to this role. What you'll get in return The opportunity to work alongside a fantastic COO and an established team. Your skill set as an experienced senior finance leader can really have an impact at a transitional time for the organisation. Flexible hybrid working and a collaborative team environment with 1-2 days in the office required per week, after the initial induction period. A competitive salary with fantastic benefits including 30 days annual leave Bank holidays and a matched pension contribution up to 8%. 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 Georgia Wilson at Hays Manchester. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 4791725