Investigo
Interim Head of Finance
Location: Cambridge
Salary up to £70,000
We are currently supporting this private equity backed company who are part of a wider group who are seeking an Interim Head of Finance to cover a period of maternity.
Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a high-impact leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation’s financial strategy, ensuring strong governance, and supporting senior stakeholders in driving performance and growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys combining strategic oversight with operational leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
- Monitor aged debt and oversee monthly cashflow forecasting to manage working capital
- Ensure accurate and timely submission of quarterly VAT returns
- Drive robust and transparent reporting on agent commissions
- Analyse financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying risks, opportunities, and corrective actions
- Deliver clear, insightful KPI and financial performance reporting to senior stakeholders
- Support the preparation of statutory accounts and disclosures
- Lead the migration to a new financial reporting system
Ideally you will be qualified and come from a strong technical background. Due to the nature of the post we require someone who is available from July.
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