Interim Finance Manager - South Warwickshire Minimum 5-month contract Salary dependent on experience Knowledge of Xero essential We're recruiting for an experienced, hands-on Finance Manager to join an extremely busy, niche business on an initial minimum 5-month contract.This is not a strategic, hands-off role. The successful candidate will be comfortable getting stuck into the detail, taking full ownership of the day-to-day finance function and operating confidently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.The roleYou will be responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely financial information, including management accounts up to trial balance, across the main business and its subsidiary entities. Working closely with the Managing Director, you'll help maintain control, improve processes and keep finance running smoothly during a particularly busy period.Key responsibilitiesPreparation of management accounts to trial balance, including subsidiary accountsMonth-end close, journals, accruals and prepaymentsP&L ownership and balance sheet controlBank reconciliations, credit control and supplier payment runsProcessing and reconciliation of company credit cardsSupporting audit activity and maintaining robust financial controlsResolving customer and supplier queriesCreating and improving hands-on finance processesAd-hoc projects in line with business needsAbout youProven experience in a hands-on Finance Manager or similar senior role within an SME environmentComfortable working in a busy, operationally demanding environmentStrong working knowledge of multi-entity / subsidiary accountsHappy to roll your sleeves up and get involved in day-to-day finance tasksAvailable for a minimum 5-month contract, with flexibility to extendThis role will suit someone who enjoys being close to the numbers, thrives under pressure and takes pride in keeping finance functions running efficiently in a niche, fast-moving business.Salary: Dependent on experienceContract length: Minimum 5 months, with potential for extension or permanent role