Posted 21 July, 2026
Finance Manager (3 Month Temp)
Absolute Recruit
London, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Finance Manager (Interim) - AgencyLocation: Remote (occasional travel to London office may be required) Salary: Competitive Hourly/Day Rate (DOE)Contract: 3 MonthsStart Date: Immediate We're delighted to be supporting an established international project-led business in the search for an experienced Finance Manager to join them on an interim basis. Working closely with the Managing Director, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, ensuring the smooth running of financial operations during a period of transition. This is a hands-on role offering plenty of autonomy, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working across all aspects of finance within a collaborative SME environment. The business offers genuine flexibility around working hours, with fully remote working and the opportunity to shape a schedule that works around your lifestyle.Key Responsibilities:\n
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- Oversee the day-to-day running of the finance function. \n
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure data integrity across internal systems. \n
- Manage purchase ledger and sales ledger processes. \n
- Coordinate supplier payment runs and liaise with senior management regarding payment approvals. \n
- Support payroll processes alongside external payroll providers. \n
- Prepare customer quotations and supplier purchase orders in conjunction with operational teams. \n
- Monitor outstanding debtor balances and support credit control activities. \n
- Act as the primary finance contact for the wider business, providing day-to-day financial support and guidance. \n
- Assist with the transition and handover to the incoming Finance Director. \n
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- Previous experience as a Finance Manager or within a similar all-round finance role. \n
- At least five years' experience working within a commercial finance environment. \n
- Excellent Excel skills and confidence manipulating financial data. \n
- Strong knowledge of transactional finance, payment processes and payroll coordination. \n
- Excellent organisational skills with a meticulous attention to detail. \n
- A proactive, hands-on approach and the ability to manage your own workload. \n
- Experience working within an SME, agency or creative background would be a benefit. \n
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- Immediate start. \n
- Fully remote working. \n
- Flexible hours to suit your availability. \n
- Initial contract until October 2026 with a handover period thereafter. \n
- Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a varied and autonomous finance role. \n
