Interim Head of Finance

  • Astute Recruitment
  • Chesterfield, Derbyshire
  • Sep 11, 2025
Seasonal Accounting

Job Description

Interim Head of Finance - Chesterfield (Hybrid)

65,000 - 70,000 + pension

Our client is a market-leading company in their field. As the business continues to grow, they are seeking an Interim Head of Finance to lead the finance function through a critical period of transformation.

In this role, you will provide day-to-day leadership to the finance team and support the delivery of management accounts, statutory reporting, and budget planning.

Reporting to the Finance Director, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Preparing management accounts and investigating variances against budgets and forecasts
  • Overseeing statutory reporting, including production of year-end accounts and coordination of the audit
  • Managing cash flow, VAT, and Corporation Tax
  • Leading the production of budgets and financial forecasts
  • Developing and maintaining robust financial models
  • Supporting stakeholders to enable effective decision-making

To be successful, you will:

  • Be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with post-qualification experience
  • Have a proven track record of leading and developing finance teams
  • Demonstrate experience in managing change and transforming financial processes
  • Have previous experience working within the UK
  • Be based within a commutable distance of Chesterfield - only candidates meeting this requirement will be considered

The company offers hybrid working arrangements and a collaborative environment during an exciting period of change. For more information, please contact Richard Bowe on (phone number removed).