Interim Deputy Director of Finance

We are seeking an accomplished Interim Deputy Director of Finance to provide senior leadership across a complex, multi-service finance function. This role plays a critical part in strengthening financial sustainability whilst the permanent recruitment process is fulfilled, Embedding robust and digitally enabled finance operations, you will support the delivery of the organisation's strategic objectives.

You will work closely with senior and external stakeholders as well as internal teams to ensure high-quality financial management, governance and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead operational financial reporting, including monthly management accounts, forecasting, cashflow and balance sheet reviews.
• Support delivery of the organisation's long-term strategy through strong financial leadership and business partnering.
• Manage the Financial Accounting, Management Accounts and Procurement functions, ensuring accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Lead preparation of annual statutory accounts and financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a key contact for external audit, supporting effective planning and timely sign-off.
• Ensure completion of all statutory, regulatory and tax returns, including VAT.
• Support budget setting, forecasting, programme and project costings, and financial elements of business cases.
• Maintain integrity of financial systems and ensure accurate recording of all income and expenditure.
• Provide leadership and development for the finance team, setting priorities, building capability and managing succession planning.
• Deputise for the Director of Finance as required and contribute to ad hoc financial and efficiency reviews.

Essential Criteria

• Qualified accountant
• Substantial senior-level experience managing a finance function.
• Strong knowledge of financial governance, reporting and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to analyse complex financial data and deliver clear, accurate insights.
• Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
• Experience of driving change and continuous improvement.
• High levels of accuracy, organisation and initiative.
• Competence in financial systems and reporting tools.

If you are interested in this interim Deputy Finance Director job in Plymouth, Devon, please get in touch for a confidential conversation