Interim Finance Manager – 12 Month FTC – Large Social Housing Entity – Up to £62,500 with Benefits – Hybrid Your new company Join a leading not-for-profit housing provider with a strong social purpose and a commitment to delivering high-quality, affordable homes across the North West. With a focus on community impact and continuous improvement, they operate in a regulated environment and are known for their values-driven culture and collaborative working style. Your new role As Finance Manager, you will lead a team of 6 finance professionals, including Finance Business Partners, Senior Financial Accountants, and Assistant Accountants. You’ll be responsible for the preparation and coordination of annual financial statements across multiple legal entities, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and housing sector regulations. Key responsibilities include: Experience of delivering financial support to internal and external customers. Experience of managing and reporting financial performance information. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels with both financial and non-financial management team members. Experience of working with finance ledgers. Experience of interpreting complex financial information and using it to inform business decisions. IT skill – Microsoft Office, Excel at intermediate level. Experience of leading & developing people to deliver high performance. This role will also potentially oversee Accounts Payable, so experience in this area is advantageous. What you'll need to succeed Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or ACA). Strong technical knowledge of financial accounting and reporting standards. Proven experience managing and developing finance teams. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience working with finance systems and intermediate Excel skills. Ideally, experience in the social housing sector due to specific regulatory requirements. However, candidates from not-for-profit or wider public sector backgrounds will also be considered if they meet all other criteria. What you'll get in return Competitive salary of £62,500 on a 12Month FTC Flexible, predominantly home-based working with occasional office presence. Opportunity to work in a values-led organisation making a real difference in communities. A supportive and collaborative team environment. What you need to do now If you’re interested in this role, please click “apply” and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you’re a qualified accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. 4742043