Interim Finance Director
Location:
Telford, Shropshire (on-site)
Day Rate:
£600 – £650 (inside IR35)
Duration:
6 months (potential to extend to 12 months)
Start Date:
ASAP start required
About the Company
We are working with a long-established and respected business based in Telford, Shropshire, seeking an experienced
Interim Finance Director
to provide strategic financial leadership during a period of transition.
The Role
As Interim Finance Director, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the finance function, ensuring robust financial management, and supporting the leadership team in delivering on both operational and strategic goals. This is a hands-on role requiring both strong technical expertise and the ability to influence at board level.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, forecasting, and financial control.
* Partner with the CEO/Managing Director and senior leadership team to provide commercial insight and financial guidance.
* Oversee cash flow, working capital management, and long-term financial planning.
* Strengthen financial processes, systems, and controls to ensure efficiency and compliance.
* Provide clear board-level reporting and management information to support decision-making.
* Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, ensuring strong performance and accountability.
* Contribute to strategic planning and support growth and change initiatives.
Qualifications
The Ideal Candidate
* A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with proven experience operating at Finance Director level. QBE Considered.
* Previous experience in an interim/contract FD role, ideally within an established SME or mid-sized business.
* Strong technical accounting background combined with commercial acumen.
* Excellent leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage across all levels of the business.
* Demonstrable experience in driving financial improvement and supporting strategic growth.
* Able to hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.
Job Benefits
What's on Offer
* Day rate of £600–£650 (Inside IR35).
* 6-month initial contract with strong potential to extend to 12 months.
* Opportunity to work with a long-standing, stable business in Shropshire.
* Immediate start required – 1st September latest.