Join us during a period of transformation and make an immediate impact. We're seeking an experienced Interim Overheads Finance Business Partner who can hit the ground running, take ownership of overhead reporting and cost management, and drive meaningful process improvements across the business.
This is a hands-on, high-impact interim (3-6 months) assignment where you'll work independently with minimal supervision, partnering directly with budget holders and senior stakeholders to deliver accurate financial insight while redesigning processes that aren't fit for purpose.
What you'll do:
Business partnering and stakeholder management
act as primary finance partner for overhead and Opex cost centres, building trusted relationships with department leads
challenge and support budget holders to drive disciplined cost management and accountability
Reporting and analysis
deliver accurate month-end reporting, including accruals, prepayments, and detailed cost centre reviews
produce meaningful variance analysis with clear commentary, analysing data from multiple sources (GL, AP, payroll, POs, contracts)
Budgeting and forecasting
lead budgeting and forecasting cycles for overhead functions
develop driver-based models and scenario analyses to support decision-making
Process redesign and continuous improvement
review and redesign overhead reporting processes that aren't fit for purpose
improve end-to-end workflows, standardise templates and data flows, and enhance data quality and reporting consistency
What we're looking for:
Essential
proven experience as a Finance Business Partner or Management Accountant with strong overheads/Opex focus
ability to work independently and deliver high-quality outputs with minimal supervision
strong analytical capability – interpreting large datasets and translating complexity into clear insight
hands-on experience with month-end close, budgeting, and forecasting processes
advanced Excel skills
confident communicator who can challenge and influence senior stakeholders
self-starter who thrives in fast-paced, change environments
Desirable
prior experience improving or redesigning finance processes
Power BI or similar reporting tools
qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
Perks and benefits
💰 competitive salary (depending on experience)
⏰ 34.5-hour working week
🏥 health cash plan (Core Level 1)
💼 5% employer/5% employee pension
💖 4x salary life assurance and group income protection
🎉 25 days’ holiday plus statutory (increasing with service)
🏠 hybrid working – a blend of home and office time in Leicester
🌱 training and development opportunities
🤝 a supportive, collaborative team environment
Why join us?
This interim assignment offers immediate impact and full ownership of overhead reporting from day one. You'll work directly with senior budget holders and lead the redesign of key finance processes during a critical period of change.
If you're a self-motivated finance professional who thrives working independently and driving improvement, this is an excellent opportunity to add real value quickly.
Ready to make an impact? We'd love to hear from you.
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What We Do
Mattioli Woods is a leading UK provider of wealth management and employee benefits. We pride ourselves in building long-term relationships to provide trusted advice, high standards, and a personalised delivery. We provide our clients with an all-embracing and integrated approach that is designed to develop a clear strategy for financial plans, supported by sound investment and taxation initiatives. Our clients want to be confident in the advice we give and for strategies to be administered quickly and efficiently. Our employee benefit solutions (whether off the shelf or designed especially for your business) will help to achieve the right mix to attract, motivate, retain, and engage the best team.
