Paying c£70K 6M+ FTC Manchester / Hybrid We re partnering with a well-established housing organisation to appoint an Interim Finance Manager to provide leadership across core finance operations during a key period of transformation. This is a high-impact role, sitting at the heart of the finance function, with responsibility for delivering accurate financial reporting, driving performance insight, and leading a capable business partnering team. The Opportunity This role offers the chance to step into a senior position with real breadth overseeing management accounts, leading budgeting cycles, and influencing strategic decision-making across the organisation. You ll work closely with the Head of Finance and senior stakeholders, ensuring robust financial control, strong reporting, and continuous improvement across systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of monthly management accounts, including insightful executive summaries Oversee budget setting, forecasting, and financial planning processes Manage and develop a team of Finance Business Partners, driving performance and capability Ensure balance sheet integrity and timely reconciliations Deliver high-quality financial reporting and KPI analysis to support decision-making Partner with budget holders to improve financial understanding and accountability Support year-end processes and regulatory returns Drive improvements in financial systems, processes, and reporting Contribute to wider business ..... full job details .....