Finance Manager (6-month contract)

A growing organisation in Hull is recruiting a Finance Manager for an initial 6-month contract.

An organisation based in Hull centre is recruiting a Finance Manager on an initial 6-month contract to cover a secondment.

Potential for the role to be made permanent also.

The role is working within a small finance team, reporting to the CFO and with management responsibilities for 2 transactional staff members.

As well as a competitive salary on offer, the successful candidate will also receive a matched pension up to 6%, hybrid working options with 2 days per week from home and flexible start/finish times, and free on-site parking.

The successful candidate will have experience in a similar role and be available to start at very short notice.

Responsibilities include

• Financial Leadership and Team Management
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, ensuring delivery of high‑quality financial output.
• Oversee daily finance operations, ensuring strong governance, accuracy, and compliance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement. Management Accounts & Annual Accounts
• Take complete ownership of monthly management accounts with clear analysis and insight.
• Lead the year‑end close and preparation of statutory accounts.
• Manage the R&D tax credit process Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
• Prepare annual budgets and regular reforecasts.
• Prepare and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts.
• Support strategic decision‑making with financial modelling and scenario analyses. Cash Flow & Working Capital
• Monitor cash flow and ensure effective working capital management.
• Recommend actions to optimise cash cycles. Payroll & Compliance
• Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Maintain adherence to finance policies, regulations, and internal controls. Taxation Management
• Own all areas of taxation, including corporation tax, VAT, PAYE, and any sector‑specific tax compliance.
• Liaise with external tax advisers where necessary.
• Ensure timely and accurate submissions of all tax returns.
• Monitor legislative changes and assess tax implications for the business.
• Optimise tax efficiency while maintaining full compliance. Financial Systems & Process Improvements
• Lead enhancement of financial systems, automation, and reporting capabilities.
• Streamline processes and strengthen internal controls. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 477549541bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15