Interim Head of Finance - Worcestershire

Our client is a recognised and successful family business who support the construction sector across the UK. In support of their continued activity of supplying tool and consumables, we are seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance to provide short-term leadership and stability to the finance function during the recruitment of a permanent Head of Finance. This role is critical in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance department and maintaining strong financial control and reporting.

Expected to run for between 2 and 5 months, reporting to the Managing Director and with an expected need to support 2 to 3 days per week in their head office in Worcester, key responsibilities will include:

-    Oversee the day-to-day operations of the finance function

-    Ensure timely and accurate payments to suppliers

-    Manage and improve debt collection / accounts receivable processes

-    Maintain oversight of cash flow and working capital

-    Deliver monthly management accounts accurately and on time

-    Ensure financial records are complete, compliant, and up to date

-    Act as the key point of contact for internal stakeholders on finance matters

-    Support continuity and handover for the incoming permanent Head of Finance

-    Identify and address any immediate process gaps or risks

-    Have experience of using Netsuite to support reporting activities and financial activity

Key Requirements

-    Proven experience in a Head of Finance / Finance Lead / Financial Controller role

-    Strong understanding of core finance operations (AP, AR, reporting, cash flow)

-    Ability to step in quickly and operate with minimal supervision

-    Hands-on, pragmatic approach with strong attention to detail

-    Experience with NetSuite is highly desirable

-    Excellent organisational and communication skills

Personal Attributes

-    Reliable and steady presence during a transition period

-    Solutions-focused with a "keep things moving" mindset

-    Comfortable working in a fast-paced or evolving environment

Managing a small existing internal team and supporting a close working community, interim candidates should have an appropriate and practical experience range.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
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