Job Title: Interim Finance Manager Location: Fife Hourly Rate: Competitive (DOE) Duration: 3 months Why This Role Stands Out: This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading provider of eye care devices renowned for innovation and quality in healthcare. As an Interim Finance Manager, you’ll have the chance to make an immediate impact by taking ownership of key financial processes, working with a supportive team, and delivering tangible results in a fast-paced environment. About AJ Connect At AJ Connect, we’re all about connecting talented finance professionals with roles that make sense for them. With over a decade in the game, we know the finance and accounting space inside out. We work with a variety of clients, from ambitious SMEs to large established businesses, all known for their supportive and positive workplaces. Our approach is simple: we’re transparent, reliable, and here to help you find roles that align with your career goals. The Role We’re working with a leading healthcare company based in Fife to find an experienced Interim Finance Manager. This is a hands-on role that requires someone with strong technical skills, the ability to dive straight in, and the confidence to deliver results quickly. You’ll take the lead on month-end close, balance sheet analysis, and reconciliations, while also supporting the transactional finance team and managing small-scale people leadership responsibilities. What You’ll Do: Lead and manage month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Perform detailed reconciliations, including Microsoft GP and large datasets in Excel. Analyze and investigate the balance sheet, resolving discrepancies and ensuring accuracy. Collaborate with the transactional finance team and step in to handle day-to-day tasks. Provide people management support to small teams when required. Work at pace to make decisions and deliver results under tight timelines. The Ideal Candidate: Experienced in roles such as Interim Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant, or Management Accountant contractor. Hands-on and proactive, with the ability to get stuck in and deliver value quickly. Confident working independently on transactional finance tasks, reconciliations, and balance sheet analysis. Must-Haves: Top 3 Skills: Month-End Close expertise. Strong reconciliation skills using Microsoft GP and advanced Excel. Proven ability to perform balance sheet analysis and resolve discrepancies. Other Essential Skills: Hands-on approach to transactional finance tasks. Investigative mindset with the ability to analyse large datasets. Decision-making ability at pace, with a proactive, results-driven mindset. Nice-to-Haves: Experience managing smaller teams or providing light people management. Background in healthcare or other service-focused industries. Why Temp with AJ Connect? People choose us because we’re dedicated to finding roles that fit their strengths and lifestyle. We make temping simple, flexible, and worth your while. Benefits: Competitive hourly rate. Opportunity to work with a leading healthcare innovator. Gain valuable experience in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Ready to Apply? Send us your CV. Once we’ve received it, we’ll reach out to discuss next steps. Apply now to connect with Martyn Aitken at AJ Connect – let’s get you set up in a role you’ll enjoy