Interim Finance Manager

Finance Manager - Fixed Term Contract Milton Keynes | PE-Backed Services Group | Fixed Term Contract , 3–4 Months | Up to £80k OVERVIEW AtkinsClarke are exclusively supporting the search for an Finance Manager (FTC) on behalf of a private equity-backed provider of specialist equipment and support services based in Milton Keynes. This is a hands-on, high-impact assignment for a finance professional who is comfortable stepping into a team mid-transition and getting straight into the detail – stabilising day-to-day finance operations while a longer-term structure is put in place. COMPANY Our client is a well-established, PE-backed business supplying specialist equipment and support services to public sector healthcare clients. The business has grown significantly in recent years and continues to invest in strengthening its finance function. OPPORTUNITY Reporting to the CFO, the Finance Manager will take hands-on ownership of core finance operations during a period of change within the team, with several members exiting the business. Key responsibilities include:

• Strengthening cash flow management and financial controls across the finance function
• Providing hands-on leadership across accounts payable, accounts receivable and treasury functions during a period of transition
• Improving reporting and management information (MI) to support better business decision-making
• Working closely with the CFO to stabilise and rebuild core finance processes
• Supporting the team through a transition period as underperforming staff exit and a new structure beds in
• Operating day-to-day within NetSuite, ensuring accurate and timely processing PERSON We are looking for a finance professional at or close to Finance Manager level who is comfortable getting hands-on to fix real operational issues, not just oversee them. You will bring:
• Qualified accountant or equivalent experience at Finance Manager level
• A track record of rolling up your sleeves to resolve operational finance issues
• Strong hands-on experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable and treasury
• Experience with NetSuite highly advantageous
• Comfortable operating at pace in an interim capacity with immediate impact expected
• Available at short notice OFFER
• FTC - up to £80k pro-rata with initial three to four-month assignment
• A high-impact role with direct influence over finance function stability and controls
• The chance to shape the future of the finance team as it stabilises
• Immediate start available for the right candidate To apply for this position, please click on the apply now button and your CV will be sent directly to the responsible recruiter. We will respond to successful applicants within 7 days, however, please feel free to get in touch if you would like any further information about your application. At AtkinsClarke, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Atkins Clarke Ltd. Our Privacy Policy is available on request and explains how we will use your data.