Interim Finance Manager

Location: Crewe (Hybrid - 3 days in the office / 2 from home)
Salary: Up to £45,000
Contract: 12month Fixed-Term Contract (Immediate Start)

An established and rapidly growing e-commerce and manufacturing business is looking to appoint a commercially minded Finance Manager to join the finance team 12month Mat Cover.

Following significant growth through acquisition, the business now operates across multiple international markets with a turnover in excess of £18m. This is a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to add real commercial value and help improve financial visibility across the business.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of the numbers, providing meaningful analysis and insight to support decision-making across the business. This role goes beyond transactional finance and would suit someone who enjoys understanding the commercial drivers behind performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close activities.
• Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Producing financial reports and management information.
• Supporting cash flow reporting and working capital management.
• Analysing financial data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Business partnering with operational stakeholders to support decision-making.
• Assisting with statutory audit preparation and year-end activities.
• Supporting process improvements and enhancing financial controls.
• Providing ad hoc financial analysis and project support as req

• (QBE)
• Previous experience in a Finance Manager or Management Accountant role.
• Strong analytical skills with a commercial mindset.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving business.
• Confident using Excel and finance systems to interrogate data.
• Experience within manufacturing, wholesale, retail or e-commerce would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, influencing business decisions and working within a growing, commercially focused organisation.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

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