Interim Finance Manager

Overview

Manage finance operations, reporting, FP&A and drive improvements for HELM division.

Key Responsibilities

• finance transformation
• process standardisation
• financial modelling
• balance sheet
• fp&a planning
• management reporting

Tasks

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join our HELM division finance team on a 6-month interim contract. This is a key role responsible for overseeing financial operations across several different areas of the business, ensuring timely and accurate reporting, and driving continuous improvement across finance functions. -Lead and support key finance transformation projects -Standardise processes to reduce manual intervention -Act as a key business partner to operational teams, providing financial modelling, scenario planning, and project support -Ensure compliance with group accounting policies and procedures -Oversee balance sheet control and supporting reconciliations -Review outputs, set priorities, and ensure accuracy and efficiency across all finance functions -Lead FP&A planning and provide analytical support -Support the wider finance team, including management accountants and purchase/ sales ledger -Identify inefficiencies and implement process improvements across finance operations -Provide guidance and support to finance ledger teams as needed -Present financial results and actionable insights to directors and senior stakeholders -Challenge and support business units to meet financial targets -Consolidate and review monthly management accounts prepared by the team

Requirements

• aca acca
• excel
• finance experience
• detail‑oriented
• communication
• proactive

What You Bring

-High attention to detail and excellent organisational skills -ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified preferred - however, candidates qualified by experience (QBE) will also be considered -Strong communication and interpersonal skills -Strong IT aptitude with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook -GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics (minimum requirement) -Methodical and pragmatic approach to tasks -Early identification of issues and proactive flagging to management -Previous experience in a Finance role

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About Hargreaves Services Plc

-Founded in 1994, the company evolved from coal-mining roots into a global diversified services business. -Operates across three main divisions: Services, Land and Raw Materials, expanding beyond its historical base. -Services delivers earthworks, logistics, mechanical & electrical contracting and waste handling across major infrastructure and manufacturing sectors. -Land division focuses on regenerating brownfield sites into mixed-use residential and commercial developments. -Raw Materials arm trades specialist industrial commodities and recycles steel waste via its German joint venture. -Operates internationally from its UK headquarters with centers in Hong Kong, South Africa and Germany. -Maintains a robust project pipeline in both development and services sectors. -Typical projects range from major infrastructure earthworks to logistics for industrial clients and brownfield development schemes. -The company pivoted away from coal in the 2020s, repurposing its land portfolio and diversifying its service offering. -Known for combining regeneration, engineering and logistics expertise in unique cross-sector projects.

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