Interim Principal Finance Manager (x2) – Public Sector
📍 North West | Hybrid (1 day/week on-site)
💼 (DOE, Inside IR35)
⏳ 3-6 months initially | Immediate start
We’re working with a progressive public sector organisation in the North West seeking two interim Principal Finance Manager to support the team during a period of transition and recruitment of permanent staff.
This is a fantastic opportunity for candidates with strong budget monitoring and financial analysis experience, who are confident working with complex spreadsheets and partnering across services to influence decision-making.
🔹 What You’ll Be Doing
- Supporting budget holders across services with in-year monitoring and forecasting
- Providing insightful financial analysis to aid key operational and strategic decisions
- Assisting with ongoing project work and change initiatives
- Collaborating closely with the wider finance team and non-finance stakeholders
🔹 About You
- Proven experience in a local authority or broader public sector finance role is desirable
- Strong technical ability with Excel and financial systems
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships
- A quick learner who can hit the ground running with minimal handholding
- Fully or part-qualified (CIPFA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
🔹 The Offer
- Initial 3-month contract, very likely to extend up to 6 months
- Flexible hybrid working – one day per week in the office (Thursday preferred)
- Competitive daily rate depending on experience
- Supportive team and clear handover period to ensure success
If this is of Interest please reach out today as we are shortlisting ASAP with a view to interview immediately.
Phone or email Ella at – / 07478218759