Interim Finance Manager
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £300.0 to £400.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | £300 - £400 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 March 2026 |
| Location: | London, London, EC2V 6DN |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4767525_1770124443 |
Summary
Summary of Role
Finance:
- Deliver financial analysis, commercial option appraisal, and tactical financial advice.
- Maintain accurate financial accounting across sales, purchase and general ledgers, cash book, and fixed asset register.
- Ensure Xero is accurate, up to date, and appropriately structured.
- Complete monthly bank reconciliations and statutory returns (VAT, Corporation Tax).
- Oversee payroll to ensure timely and accurate monthly processing.
- Calculate and invoice for services/temporary staff; liaise with PCNs to resolve issues.
- Provide ad hoc financial support to the Senior Director.
Business Planning:
- Produce regular income/expenditure analysis for contracts and services.
- Undertake cost-benefit analysis and option appraisals.
- Support commercial discussions, negotiations, and ARRS‑funding matters.
Governance & Risk:
- Ensure compliance with data security policies and GDPR.
- Liaise with subsidiary organisations on financial data requirements.
Patient Care:
- Ensure complaints are handled promptly and recorded appropriately.
Engagement:
- Build strong working relationships with Directors, senior managers, and Board members.
- Support a collaborative, flexible working culture.
- Uphold organisational policies and contribute to continuous improvement.
Personal Requirements:
- Professional accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA) preferred; part‑qualified considered.
- Experience in business planning, financial modelling, and developing business cases.
- Skilled in working with clinicians and multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong report‑writing ability.
- High attention to detail, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel; Xero experience desirable.
- Strong communication skills; proactive ownership and accountability.
Behaviours:
- Personable, supportive, and professional.
- Strong attention to detail and adherence to standards.
- Effective communicator and team contributor.
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