Interim Overheads Finance Business Partner in Leicester

Overview

Join us during a period of transformation and make an immediate impact. We\’re seeking an experienced interim (3-6 months) Finance Business Partner who can hit the ground running, take ownership of overhead reporting and cost management, and drive meaningful process improvements across the business.

This is a hands-on, high-impact assignment where you\’ll work independently with minimal supervision, partnering directly with budget holders and senior stakeholders to deliver accurate financial insight while redesigning processes that aren\’t fit for purpose.

Responsibilities

• act as primary finance partner for overhead and Opex cost centres, building trusted relationships with department leads
• deliver accurate month-end reporting (accruals, prepayments, variance analysis) with clear commentary
• lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, developing driver-based models and scenario analyses
• review and redesign overhead reporting processes, improving workflows, standardising templates, and enhancing data quality

Qualifications

• proven Finance Business Partner/Management Accountant experience with strong overheads/Opex focus
• ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• strong analytical skills – translating complexity into clear insight
• hands-on month-end, budgeting, and forecasting experience
• advanced Excel and confident stakeholder influencing skills
• (Desirable) prior experience improving or redesigning finance processes
• (Desirable) Power BI or similar reporting tools

Perks and benefits

• ⏰ 34.5-hour working week
• 💖 4x salary life assurance and group income protection
• 🎉 25 days\’ holiday plus statutory (increasing with service)
• 🏠 hybrid working in Leicester
• 🌱 training and development opportunities

Why join us?

This interim assignment offers immediate impact and full ownership of overhead reporting from day one. You\’ll work directly with senior budget holders and lead the redesign of key finance processes during a critical period of change. If you\’re a self-motivated finance professional who thrives working independently and driving improvement, this is an excellent opportunity to add real value quickly.

Ready to make an impact? We\’d love to hear from you.