Average Interim Manager salary in the UK

Interim Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Lead – East Midlands – £100,000 to £130,000 / Day Rate Considered – 6-Month Contract Ready to build something from the ground up? We’re looking for a high-impact Interim FP&A professional to join a business in the East Midlands that’s undergoing significant transformation. This is a key role where you’ll be tasked with developing the FP&A function and embedding it into the heart of the business. Let’s be honest – right now, there is very little management information going out to the operational teams. Budgeting processes need to be developed. MI reporting is minimal to non-existent at the moment. But with your expertise, that’s all about to change. You’ll need to be confident walking into an environment that’s mid-transformation and still finding its feet. The task? Identify what’s broken, what’s missing, and what’s worth fixing – then set up robust, meaningful processes that give the business clarity and control. Working closely with finance and operations, you’ll develop reporting packs, budgeting frameworks, forecasting models, and dashboards – all while educating and supporting operational leaders to use the numbers to drive smarter decisions. The essentials: 6-month contract, with potential to extend Up to £130,000 salary or strong day rate Based in Leicestershire (with some flexibility) Create a functional FP&A function Build out budgeting, forecasting & MI processes Support broader finance transformation Work closely with operations and senior finance You’ll need strong FP&A experience, a commercial mindset, and the confidence to make decisions in a fast-moving environment. If you're someone who can turn ambiguity into action and build something meaningful out of chaos, this is your kind of challenge. Interested? Get in touch ASAP.

Interim Financial Controller – Leicestershire – £70,000 to £90,000 / Day Rate Considered – 6-Month Contract Are you a hands-on Financial Controller who thrives in fast-paced environments and loves sorting out financial chaos? We’re looking for a confident interim to step into a key role within a growing Leicestershire-based business that’s currently undergoing a finance transformation. This is no ivory-tower, sit-back-and-strategise kind of role – we need someone who can roll up their sleeves, manage a team, and get stuck into the day-to-day while also identifying and implementing process improvements. You’ll be reporting directly to an FD who’ll give you the autonomy and backing to make a real impact. This is a business in transition – systems, processes, reporting – it all needs tightening up, and that’s where you come in. You’ll need to bring experience, a steady hand, and the ability to calmly juggle whatever gets thrown your way. If you enjoy fixing things, leading people, and being the go-to person for getting stuff done, this will suit you down to the ground. The key bits: 6-month contract with likely extension £70,000 to £90,000 salary range (flexible for the right person) Day rate also considered Office-based in Leicestershire with some flexibility Reporting into the Finance Director Managing a team of 5-6 Leading on systems and process improvements Immediate or short-notice availability is required. If you’re the sort of FC who can walk in, take charge, and get results without the drama, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration.

Are you a Senior Finance leader in the higher education sector? If so, we have a fantastic interim opportunity available to start over the coming weeks in the South-west, you must be prepared to be in the office 2-3 days a week.Interim Financial Controller / FD-Level SupportLocation: South West England (Hybrid - 2 to 3 days on site per week)Contract Type: Interim (3 to 6 months)Day Rate: £350pd+ (negotiable based on candidate experience) Start Date: Urgent - within the next 2-3 weeksA South West-based university is seeking an experienced and hands-on interim finance professional to provide senior-level cover during a period of organisational and financial transformation. With the Finance Director heavily involved in strategy, this role will take ownership of core financial reporting, controls, and planning. Acting as the operational lead across the finance function, the successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring stability, timely reporting, and high-quality analysis - while working closely with the senior leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong qualified accountant with Higher Education or wider public sector experience, who can operate at pace and provide confidence during a key transitional period. Role Overview: Reporting to the existing CFO & FD (focused on strategic workstreams), this role will lead day-to-day financial operations and ensure timely delivery of key outputs. Snapshot Responsibilities include: Production of accurate and timely monthly management accounts with high-level commentaryFinancial analysis of income and expenditure, including tuition fee incomeReview and completion of balance sheet reconciliations and key month-end controlsSupport in preparing financial statements and annual reportTreasury oversight, including input into sustainable investment strategiesShort- and medium-term cashflow forecastingMaintenance of financial controls across reporting, audit preparation, and forecastingCollaboration with Finance Director to support statutory audit completion (pending deadline)Support provision reviews including student withdrawal and bad debt provisions Candidate Requirements: Essential: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)Proven experience in Financial Controller / FD-level rolesStrong technical accounting and financial reporting skillsExperience working within Higher Education or the wider public sectorAble to lead or oversee finance teams through busy reporting cyclesProcess-minded with an eye for continuous improvementComfortable working with senior stakeholders and operating in change environments Desirable: Understanding of university financeERP system knowledge If you are immediately available and have higher education background and would like to find out more, please reach out - rates and information above are negotiable for the right candidate. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: gb/en/privacy-notice.