Interim Position - 3-Month Contract (Ongoing) Location: Gloucestershire (Hybrid) Sector: Manufacturing We are seeking a highly capable and proactive finance professional to join an owner-managed SME manufacturing business based in Gloucestershire on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential to extend. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a fast-paced environment and make an immediate impact within a collaborative and commercially focused team. The Role You will play a key role in supporting the finance function, taking ownership of management accounts and developing insightful board packs from scratch. Working closely with senior leadership in an owner-managed environment, this position requires someone who can quickly understand business performance drivers, improve reporting processes, and provide meaningful financial insight during a critical period. Key Responsibilities - Prepare monthly management accounts with supporting analysis and commentary - Create and develop board packs from scratch, delivering clear financial insights in granular detail - Partner with senior leadership and business owners to support decision-making - Analyse variances against budget and forecast, identifying key trends and risks - Review and improve existing reporting processes and controls - Provide ad hoc analysis and support on strategic and operational initiatives About You - Proven experience producing management accounts, ideally within manufacturing or an SME environment - Strong experience creating board-level reporting and financial packs - Comfortable working within an owner-managed business structure - Ability to quickly understand business operations and performance drivers - Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills - Confident stakeholder management with clear communication skills - Hands-on approach with the ability to work autonomously in an interim capacity - Available to start immediately or at short notice What's on Offer - Competitive day rate - Immediate start opportunity - 5 days a week on site initially - Opportunity to make an immediate impact within an owner-managed SME - Potential for contract extension beyond the initial 3 months Applicants must live within a commutable distance to Gloucestershire for hybrid working. If you are available at short notice and ready to bring your expertise to a business that values insight, accuracy, and commercial awareness, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to be considered for this exciting interim opportunity