Temporary Finance Manager in Witney

Temporary Finance Manager

Location: Witney
Contract: Open to full or part time hours

The Opportunity

We are working on behalf of a growing business to recruit an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function and play a key role in supporting business performance and growth.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will oversee day-to-day finance operations, lead month-end and year-end reporting, manage cash flow and working capital, and provide meaningful financial insight to support commercial decision-making.

This is a varied, hands-on role offering responsibility across finance, commercial operations, supplier management and HR.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the production of monthly management accounts, financial reports and year-end processes

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, providing recommendations to support business strategy

• Take ownership of cash flow, credit control, expenditure and working capital

• Oversee stock valuation, stock levels and inventory efficiency

• Manage payroll, VAT returns, statutory reporting and external audits

• Monitor financial performance, identify variances and implement effective financial controls

• Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of financial processes

• Support HR activities, including recruitment, employee relations, contracts and policy development

• Negotiate supplier contracts and drive cost efficiencies across the business

About You

• A relevant accountancy qualification, degree or equivalent demonstrable experience

• Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting skills

• Advanced Excel skills and experience using Sage 50

• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills

• Experience managing HR matters and negotiating supplier contracts

Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.