Group Finance Manager

Intro

Cedar is currently partnered with a PE-Backed business within the broader consumer sector to secure an Interim Group Finance Manager based in West London. The role is an initial 3-month contract, with a strong likelihood of extending to 6 months, paying between £550-650 per day inside IR35.

The Company

This established and complex consumer business operates across a multi-entity environment and is currently going through a key period of finance transformation following the implementation of a new consolidation system.

The business requires additional interim support within group finance to help stabilise reporting processes, reconcile consolidated numbers, and support statutory reporting activity during this transition period.

The Role

As Interim Group Finance Manager, you will cover:

• Supporting the reconciliation and validation of consolidated financial information across the group.
• Assisting with statutory accounts preparation and related reporting processes.
• Supporting month-end and group reporting activities.
• Investigating and resolving reporting discrepancies following the implementation of a new consolidation system.
• Working closely with divisional and group finance teams to ensure accurate and timely reporting outputs.
• Supporting process improvement initiatives across group reporting and consolidation activities.
• Helping stabilise finance processes during a key post-implementation period.

Your Profile

You will ideally have:

• A formal accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
• Previous experience operating within large, complex multi-entity businesses.
• Strong consolidations and group reporting experience.
• A practical, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.
• Prior exposure to finance transformation or consolidation system implementations would be beneficial.
• The ability to work effectively across multiple stakeholders and finance teams.
• Previous interim / contract experience would be beneficial, but is not essential.
• The rate of £550-650 per day inside IR35 represents fair market value depending on experience and suitability.

Compensation & Benefits

As well as the day rate of £550-650 per day inside IR35, this contract role offers the opportunity to join a well-established and highly regarded consumer business during a significant period of finance transformation.

The business operates a collaborative and fast-paced finance environment, with strong exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to play a key role in helping stabilise and improve group reporting processes.