At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the finance function and provide strategic financial guidance during a period of growth.
- Company: Well-established and growing business in Keighley.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working environment, and senior leadership exposure.
- Other info: Immediate start with potential for contract extension.
- Why this job: Make a genuine impact and drive positive change in a dynamic setting.
- Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant with strong commercial acumen and leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
Are you a commercially minded Finance Director looking for your next interim challenge? We are partnering with a well-established and growing business in Keighley to recruit an experienced Interim Finance Director. This is a key leadership role, providing strategic financial guidance whilst ensuring robust financial control and operational excellence during a period of change and growth.
Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the finance function, providing clear financial insight, driving performance, and supporting key business decisions.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the finance function, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
- Deliver monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets, and cash flow projections
- Provide strategic financial support to the board and senior leadership team
- Drive business performance through insightful financial analysis and commercial recommendations
- Review and strengthen financial controls, processes, and governance
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning
- Oversee year-end accounts, audit processes, and statutory compliance
- Monitor cash flow, working capital, and financial risk management
- Support business improvement projects, change initiatives, and finance transformation activities
- Develop and mentor the finance team, ensuring high performance and accountability
- Act as a key stakeholder with external advisors, auditors, banks, and investors where required
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
- Proven experience operating at Finance Director, Head of Finance, or Senior Financial Controller level
- Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence strategic decisions
- Experience leading finance teams within a fast-paced business environment
- Hands-on approach with the ability to balance strategic and operational responsibilities
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Available to commence an interim assignment at short notice or within a reasonable timeframe
- Salary of £50,000 - £70,000 depending on experience
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing organisation
- Senior leadership position with exposure to strategic decision-making
- Flexible and collaborative working environment
- Immediate requirement with the potential for extension
If you're an experienced finance leader who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys driving positive change, we'd love to hear from you.
Interim Finance Director employer: Castle Employment Agency Ltd
Join a well-established and growing business in Keighley as an Interim Finance Director, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial strategy during a transformative period. The company fosters a flexible and collaborative work culture, offering you the chance to make a significant impact while developing your leadership skills in a supportive environment. With competitive remuneration and the opportunity for extension, this role is perfect for those looking to drive change and enhance their career in finance.
Contact Details:
Castle Employment Agency Ltd Recruitment Team
