Interim Finance Lead

Job Title: Interim Finance Lead
Location: South Lincolnshire/Peterborough
Contract: 6 Month Contract (Immediate Start)

Overview

The Collective Network is partnering with a well-established, family-owned fresh produce business in South Lincolnshire to appoint an Interim Finance Manager.

Operating within a fast-paced FMCG environment, this is a hands-on role supporting the Finance Director during a key period, with a focus on financial control, reporting, and operational performance.

The Role

A broad, operational finance position with responsibility for core finance processes, cash flow, and driving improvements across reporting and systems.

Key Responsibilities

Lead month-end close and ensure accurate reporting
Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls
Support management accounts and leadership reporting
Assist with audit and statutory reporting
Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital
Oversee ledger activity and support the wider finance team
Drive process and reporting improvements

Key Requirements

Experience as a Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant
Strong cash flow, reporting, and financial control background
Solid understanding of month-end, AP/AR, and balance sheet recs
Advanced Excel and ERP system experience
Comfortable in a fast-paced, operational environment
FMCG, food, or agriculture experience preferred
Available immediately or at short notice

About You

Hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating at pace, with the ability to support both day-to-day finance and wider business performance