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.
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