Assistant Finance Manager – Newquay, Cornwall – 3–4 Months (Temporary)

Hourly rate: To be discussed (via Carrington Wood) Location: Newquay, Cornwall Hours: 37 per week (flexible and open to considering someone who can offer slightly less hours per week) Start: ASAP

Are you an experienced finance professional who can balance hands-on delivery with process improvement and team development? Do you enjoy stepping into a busy environment, easing workload pressures, and strengthening financial operations? If so, this interim opportunity could be an excellent fit.

Carrington Wood is supporting a valued client during a key period of growth and operational demand. They are seeking an Interim Assistant Finance Manager to provide essential support, improve processes, and play a key role across projects and day-to-day finance.

What You’ll Be Doing

✔ Supporting cashflow forecasting, investment reviews and financial reporting ✔ Leading process reviews (including IR35, procurement and banking/BACS) ✔ Assisting with system migration work ✔ Completing month-end, VAT returns and reconciliations ✔ Overseeing timesheets, payroll processes and daily task management ✔ Supporting budgets, audits, grants and statutory returns ✔ Providing financial guidance and deputising when needed

What We’re Looking For

AAT Level ...