Interim Finance Manager – Milton Keynes

3–6 Month Contract | Hybrid Working

My client is a high-performing business seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function during a key period of transition and growth.

This is a hands-on role requiring a strong blend of technical accounting expertise and commercial insight, with a particular focus on statutory accounting, VAT returns, and management reporting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow forecasting
• Production of board packs with detailed analysis and commentary
• Ownership of statutory accounting processes and support through year-end audit
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns, ensuring full compliance
• Delivering high-quality management reporting and performance analysis
• Reviewing and overseeing month-end processes, including journals and reconciliations
• Strengthening financial controls, governance, and policies
• Identifying and implementing process and system improvements

About you:

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Proven experience in an SME environment, with ownership of a finance function
• Strong background in statutory reporting, VAT, and management accounts
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced setting
• Commercially minded with the ability to provide clear financial insight
• Confident communicator, capable of working with senior stakeholders and board-level audiences
• Available to hit the ground running at short notice

Please send your CV to apply.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.