Interim Finance Manager

Cedar is currently partnered with a PE-backed SaaS business to secure an Interim Finance Manager, based in Waterloo, London with 4 days per week based from the office. The role is a 3-6 month initial contract, paying a day rate between £(Apply online only) per day (Umbrella).

The Company

The business has a strong track record of delivery, rapid client acquisition, and is midway through a programme of finance transformation and process improvement.

This Role

As Interim Finance Manager, you will:

1. Full ownership of monthly management accounts, including detailed P&L and balance sheet reporting.
2. Preparation of key SaaS metrics including ARR, MRR, churn, CAC, LTV, and customer cohort analysis.
3. Detailed variance analysis and commentary, providing clear insights to finance and non-finance stakeholders.
4. Support month-end close, ensuring timely, accurate financial results and reconciliations.
5. Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes, including revenue modelling for subscription-based income streams.
6. Deliver insightful financial analysis to support commercial decisions and strategic planning.
7. Business partnering with budget holders across Sales, Marketing, and Operations.
8. Input into process improvement initiatives, including automation and streamlining of reporting.
9. Development and enhancement of reporting dashboards - Power BI experience highly desirable.

Your Profile

You will ideally have:

1. A formal accountancy qualification (e.g. ACA/CIMA/CA).
2. Proven experience in management accounting within SaaS, tech, or recurring revenue businesses.
3. Strong understanding of SaaS KPIs and commercial drivers, especially ARR, MRR, churn, and revenue recognition (IFRS15).
4. Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI or similar tools a distinct advantage.
5. Prior experience in an interim/contract role.
6. Availability to begin immediately.

The rate of £450 - £500 per day represents a fair value, or logical increase on your previous salary or day rate.

This contract role as Interim Finance Manager is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a high-growth, private equity-backed SaaS business during a period of significant transformation. The role is hybrid, with a strong preference for regular on-site presence near Waterloo.