Interim Finance Manager

Interim Finance Manager – 5‑Month Contract.\\n \\n We're searching for a sharp, hands‑on Interim Finance Manager to step into a pivotal 5‑month assignment within a dynamic and purpose‑driven education trust. If you thrive on variety, love improving financial processes, and enjoy being the calm expert others rely on-this is your opportunity to shine.\\n \\n The brief:\\n\\nLead day‑to‑day financial management across the Trust and its academies, managing a team of 3 and reporting to the Finance Director\\nProduce high‑quality monthly management accounts, analysis and commentary\\nSupport budgeting, forecasting and long‑term financial planning\\nManage payroll, VAT returns, statutory reporting and financial compliance\\nReview ledgers, balance sheet reconciliations and ensure robust internal controls\\nGuide and develop Finance Officers, bringing out their best\\nDrive value‑for‑money decisions and support tendering and contract negotiations\\nContribute to governance, continuous improvement and cost‑saving initiatives \\n What you'll bring:\\n\\nStrong accounting knowledge and experience in management accounts, forecasting and financial reporting\\nExcellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills\\nA calm, detail‑driven, organised approach\\nConfidence working with sensitive financial data and supporting non‑financial stakeholders\\nExperience in education finance – essential \\n This role requires someone onsite 3-4 days a week (North West London) and can be applied for on a day rate of £350 per day or a FTC at £60K.\\n \\n If you're ready to make an immediate impact, bring clarity, structure and leadership to a thriving Trust, we'd love to hear from you – interviews are this week, so apply now