Finance Manager (Temporary, 3-6 months)

About the role

Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Manager on a temporary basis for a period of 3‑6 months. The role will support the Head of Finance (HOF) in delivering accurate month‑end accounts, cash‑flow planning and financial reporting across the group.

Key responsibilities

• Validate month‑end management accounts and ensure full reconciliation of balance‑sheet and P&L items.
• Prepare group consolidated monthly reports, including inter‑company eliminations.
• Oversee tax platform completion, filing and reconciliation for all entities.
• Produce the MI pack for board and external reporting with commentary.
• Authorise weekly pay runs in line with cash‑flow plans.
• Manage cash collection, weekly payment runs and cash‑flow forecasts (6‑week, 13‑week, 22‑week).
• Support the HOF in meeting financial reporting deadlines and budget tracking.
• Analyse monthly sales by product, brand, market and customer; prepare weekly flash sales reports.
• Lead integration and enhancement of the NOVA intelligence system.
• Authorise quarterly royalty statements and manage royalty advance payments.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including AP invoice processing during transition.
• Ensure quarterly VAT returns are submitted on time.
• Assist in preparation of quarterly forecasts, annual budget and year‑end statutory accounts.

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