Interim Finance Manager
- Lola Balogun
- Business Manager
Interim Finance Manager
Are you an experienced finance leader ready to shape a new organisation from the ground up? A unique opportunity has arisen for an Interim Finance Manager to support the launch of a newly formed Local Authority Trading Company (LATCo) delivering waste and recycling services.
Role Overview
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Location: South-West location (Hybrid| one 1 day a week onsite)
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Duration: 6 months
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IR35: Expected Outside IR35
Key Responsibilities
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Finance Function Build: Develop financial controls, policies, and procedures; set up bank accounts; establish procurement processes aligned to the Procurement Act 2023; and design end-to-end PO, invoicing, and payment workflows.
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Systems & Processes: Lead the selection and implementation of finance systems; oversee payroll arrangements delivered by others.
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Programme Leadership: Drive the finance work stream, create the full project plan, and provide advice on governance, compliance, and commercial considerations.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with project leadership, HR, Legal and Operations to ensure operational readiness.
Essential Experience
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Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
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Demonstrable experience in building or transforming finance functions.
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Strong grounding in both public-sector finance and commercial/SME environments.
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Sound understanding of local government governance and procurement law.
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Proven project management skills and ability to work independently.
What Happens Next
If this resonates with you, please apply now. I will be in touch in order of receipt.
