Finance Manager

Interim Opportunity: Finance Operations & Transformation Lead
Reading (5 days onsite, parking available)
6-9 month contract
£450/day (Outside IR35)
We're partnering with a fast-growing, private equity-backed environmental services group that is building a scalable, data-driven finance function to support continued acquisition and growth.
This is a high-impact interim role supporting two established and expanding regional businesses. You'll play a key role in both finance transformation and day-to-day operations, helping deliver a new group-wide finance system while ensuring business-as-usual processes run smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Transformation
Support implementation of Sage Intacct as the group finance system
Map, cleanse, and migrate financial data
Review and improve finance processes to align with the new system
Drive adoption of new ways of working across the business
Support wider transformation project activities
Finance Operations
Assist with monthly management accounts and group reporting
Support month-end close (accruals, prepayments, journals)
Oversee AP/AR processes, invoicing, and reconciliations
Manage bank postings and daily reconciliations
Maintain balance sheet integrity and schedules
Provide data and analysis for payroll and ad-hoc queries
✅ What We're Looking For
An Experienced Qualified Accountant, hands-on finance professional who thrives in fast-paced SME environments
Strong communicator with the ability to engage across all levels of the business
Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
Advanced Excel skills
Proven ability to meet deadlines under pressure
High integrity and commitment to strong governance
Desirable:
Experience with Sage Intacct, Sage 200, Access Dimensions, or similar systems
Background in waste, environmental services, or operational industries
What Success Looks Like
Successful delivery of the finance system implementation on time
Improved speed and accuracy of financial reporting
Strong control environment with reconciled and up-to-date accounts
If you're a proactive finance leader who enjoys rolling up your sleeves and driving meaningful change, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in a growing organisation.
Get in touch to learn more or apply.

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