Job Description
Interim Finance Lead - Swindon - Hybrid - 3 month contract - Competitive day rate
Interim Technical Finance Lead Swindon 3‑month contract Competitive day rate Reporting to the Head of Finance Managing 5 Finance ManagersA fantastic interim opportunity has arisen for an experienced Technical Finance Lead to join a multi‑site organisation in the education sector. This role is ideal for a hands‑on accountant with strong technical expertise, excellent stakeholder skills, and the ability to lead and develop a high‑performing team during a key period.Role PurposeThe Technical Finance Lead will:
* Support the Trust’s central finance function and senior leadership.
* Provide accurate, timely financial information to the Head of Finance, COO, and Executive Leadership.
* Manage Finance Managers responsible for transactional processing and financial accounting.
* Deputise for the Head of Finance on technical accounting and statutory reporting matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement finance policies, systems, and procedural improvements.
* Review and authorise quarterly VAT returns.
* Lead month‑end close across the Trust, including all control account and bank reconciliations.
* Ensure compliance with financial policies, accounting standards, and external audit requirements.
* Support treasury management and cashflow forecasting.
* Maintain the Fixed Asset Register, ensuring correct capitalisation, additions, disposals, and depreciation.
* Manage the operating lease schedule, ensuring accurate statutory reporting.
* Provide leadership, support, and development to 5 Finance Managers across multiple sites.
* Prepare year‑end working papers and liaise with external auditors.
Ideal Candidate
* Experienced in technical financial accounting and statutory reporting.
* Strong understanding of month‑end, controls, VAT, and balance sheet reconciliations.
* Confident leading and developing finance teams in a complex environment.
* Able to work independently, use sound judgement, and deliver under pressure.
* Available immediately or at short notice.
What you need to do now
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