Role: Interim Head of Finance
Location: Solihull
We are partnering with a growing, medium-sized business to recruit a Head of Finance. This is a key leadership role within the organisation, offering the opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function.
As the business continues to evolve, this role will suit a hands-on finance leader who is comfortable operating in a changing environment.
The Role
As Head of Finance, you will be the go-to person for all finance-related matters, leading the finance team and ensuring the smooth running of core financial operations. You will play a pivotal role in financial reporting, compliance, and providing insight to support FP&A activity and Board-level decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the day-to-day finance function
* Ensure robust financial controls, policies, and procedures are in place and adhered to
* Oversee accounts payable and receivable
* Lead the month-end close process and production of management accounts
* Prepare and review financial statements, including balance sheet, P&L, and cash flow
* Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and on time
* Manage supplier relationships, ensuring timely payments and effective issue resolution
* Oversee payroll, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payment
* Provide financial analysis and insight to support strategic planning
* Monitor performance against budgets and forecasts
* Support budgeting and forecasting in collaboration with the Finance Director and senior stakeholders
* Act as the main point of contact for external auditors during the annual audit
* Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team
About You
* An experienced Finance Manager or similar, ready to step into a senior leadership role
* Background within a small to medium-sized business environment
* Comfortable working in a hands-on role with broad responsibility
* Adaptable, resilient, and positive in the face of change
* Ambitious, with a desire to grow and develop as the business scales