Interim Head of Finance - 6-Month Contract
Reading | £450-£600 per day | Inside IR35
Our Client: An SME software business based in Reading is seeking an Interim Head of Finance for a six-month assignment, providing hands-on financial leadership and supporting commercial decision-making.
The Role:
Reporting to the senior leadership team, you will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring accurate reporting, effective controls and clear visibility of business performance.
- Lead day-to-day finance operations and oversee month-end reporting and management accounts.
- Manage budgets, forecasts, cash flow and working capital.
- Partner with senior stakeholders to assess revenue, costs and profitability.
- Strengthen financial controls, reporting processes and management information.
- Lead and support the finance team, overseeing statutory reporting and audit requirements.
About You:
- ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, with experience leading finance within an SME.
- A hands-on approach, combining strong technical accounting with commercial judgement.
- Software or technology sector experience, ideally with exposure to recurring revenue models.
- Confident managing stakeholders and quickly establishing priorities in an interim assignment.
What You Will Receive in Return:
A six-month assignment paying £450-£600 per day, inside IR35, with the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to an SME software business and work closely with its leadership team.
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Interim Head of Finance in Reading employer: Consult
At Consult, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture. Our North America team is dedicated to professional growth, offering robust training and development opportunities while working in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Join us to be part of a collaborative team that values your contributions and supports your career aspirations in the exciting MedTech sector.
