Job Description
The Opportunity
We are working with a respected organisation seeking an Interim Senior Finance Officer / Team Leader to support the Finance Manager in overseeing the day‑to‑day functions of a busy Finance Office. This is a hands‑on role, ideal for experienced finance professionals with strong team management skills and the ability to handle operational finance queries.
Key Responsibilities
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* Day‑to‑day management of Finance Office operations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
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* Team leadership: allocating work, coaching, mentoring, and conducting performance reviews.
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* Answering queries and resolving issues across finance functions, including sales ledger (SL) and purchase ledger (PL).
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* Assisting with payment runs, including BACS processing, and checking financial information.
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* Performing bank reconciliations and supporting balance sheet reconciliations.
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* Validating and processing staff expenses in line with financial procedures.
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* Assisting with pension administration.
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* Supporting improvements in finance software usage.
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* Updating and maintaining finance information on internal systems/intranet.
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* Dealing with general queries from both internal and external contacts.
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* Providing general assistance when required in the Finance Office.
Candidate Profile
We are keen to hear from candidates who bring:
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* Proven experience in finance operations and team leadership.
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* Strong knowledge of SL, PL, reconciliations, and payment processes.
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* Excellent communication skills and the ability to advise staff and external stakeholders.
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* A proactive approach to problem‑solving and process improvement.
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* Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing staff.
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* An education background in finance or accounting would be helpful.
Why Apply?
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* January start date.
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* Competitive interim rate.
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* 3‑month contract with genuine potential to become permanent.
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* Hybrid working available after training.
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* Opportunity to lead a busy finance team and make a real impact.
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