Interim Head of Finance

Interim Head of FinanceLocation: Warwickshire - Hybrid Contract: 3 Months (Potential to extend) Day Rate: £400We are supporting a well-established UK services organisation in Warwickshire that requires an experienced Interim Head of Finance to provide leadership and continuity within the finance function during a short-term transition period. This role will take ownership of the day-to-day finance operation, ensuring robust financial control, accurate reporting, and continuity across accounting, payroll and transactional finance while supporting the senior leadership team. Key ResponsibilitiesLead the finance function including transactional accounting and payroll teams Oversee month-end close, financial reporting and consolidation into group reporting systems Maintain strong balance sheet control and reconciliations Manage cashflow forecasting and support group reporting requirements Ensure statutory reporting and regulatory compliance are delivered accurately and on time Support collaboration between finance operations and FP&A Identify improvements in processes, systems and controls Provide leadership and mentoring to a small finance team Candidate ProfileQualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience Strong financial control and reporting background Experience managing transactional finance and payroll functions Comfortable operating in a multi-site or services environment Strong Excel and financial systems capability (ERP exposure advantageous) Able to quickly stabilise and lead a finance team in an interim capacity This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced finance professional who can step into an established business, maintain financial governance, and ensure a smooth transition within the finance function.