Job Description

About VWJ Earthmoving & Aggregates

VWJ Earthmoving & Aggregates is a well-established, growing business based in Crewe, operating in the earthmoving, aggregates and haulage sectors. We are now investing in strengthening our internal finance function to support continued growth and operational efficiency.

To assist with this, we're looking to bring in an experienced

Interim Finance Manager

for a one-month contract to help refine systems, support our accounts team, and ensure everything is aligned for the months ahead.

The Role

This is a hands-on role for someone who can quickly assess, implement, and improve finance processes within an SME environment. Key responsibilities include:

Conducting a structured

review of current financial processes and systems

Reconciling key accounts (bank, supplier, customer, etc.) Organising and refining the

chart of accounts

and general ledger setup Reviewing use of accounting SAGE software to ensure it's clean and accurate Providing support, guidance, and oversight to the

accounts assistant

Liaising with our

external accountant

to ensure all records are aligned Managing

credit control

, including following up on outstanding customer balances in a professional, consistent manner Helping establish processes to

improve cash flow visibility and debtor tracking

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for someone who brings a balance of technical ability and practical problem-solving. You should have:

5+ years in finance or accounting roles (e.g. Finance Manager, Senior Bookkeeper, Financial Controller) Proven experience with

SME finance operations and reconciliations

Solid working knowledge of

Sage

A proactive, independent approach -- able to take initiative and deliver results Excellent communication skills, especially when following up on outstanding invoices (Advantageous) Experience in the

haulage, construction, aggregates, or waste

industries (Bonus) AAT, ACCA, or CIMA part/full qualification

Contract Details

1-month fixed-term

role

Full-time

hours ideally Immediate start available

How to Apply

If you're a finance professional who enjoys stepping into operational businesses and improving financial clarity and structure, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your CV and a brief summary of your experience to

vicky@vwjearthmoving.co.uk

Please note:

We are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role, so kindly refrain from calling or emailing about this vacancy.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary, Freelance
Contract length: 1 month

Benefits:

Free parking On-site parking
Application question(s):

How many years experience do you have in a finance / accounting role? What relevant qualifications do you have? Please tell us more about experience you have in similar roles (if not covered in your CV) When would you be available to start? When would you be available for an interview? Days / times
Work Location: In person