Job Description

Cedar is currently partnered with an international PE-backed Renewable Energy business to support with the recruitment of an Interim Finance Manager based in Central London. This is a 6-month contract role, offering a day rate between 400 - 475 (Umbrella).

The Role

As Interim Finance Manager, your duties will include:

• Managing routine accounting and general ledger processes
• Overseeing vendor management, including AP reporting, bill reconciliation, and payments
• Handling monthly sales billing and corporate credit card management
• Preparing cash requests and complete monthly bank reconciliations
• Supporting R&D tax credit processes in collaboration with European partners
• Leading month-end close process, including accrual posting, trial balance review, and balance sheet reconciliations
• Preparing and analysing performance reports, budgeting, and forecasting
• Coordinating statutory audits and ensure tax compliance with appointed advisors
• Overseeing VAT submissions, reviews, corrections, and liaise with HMRC for audits

Your Profile

You will ideally have:

• A formal accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA/CIMA/CA).
• 2+ years of post-qualified experience in industry or be industry-trained in a similar role.
• While not essential, previous experience in energy or infrastructure businesses is advantageous for this role.
• Technical proficiency in using accounting systems, with Netsuite experience being preferred.
• The day rate of 400 - 475 (Umbrella) represents a fair value, or logical increase on your previous salary or day rate.
• Availability to start immediately.

Compensation & Benefits

As well as day rate of 400 - 475 (Umbrella), this contract role as Interim Finance Manager offers the chance to join a technology-driven clean energy business, with exposure to some of the best industry minds in their market.

Their highly impressive Central London office is walking distance from multiple tube and rail stops. This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with 2- 3 days per week based in the office.

They are a highly collaborative environment, committed to driving positive change in the energy sector.