Interim Audit Lead

Audit Lead - InterimLocation: East Midlands (commutable from Coventry, Leicester, Birmingham, Nottingham and Derby)Working: Hybrid (2-3 days on-site)Duration: c4 monthsStart Date: ASAP (within the next 2/3 weeks)Pay Rate: c£400 per day umbrella rate NB: 4 day working week also considered We are supporting a high-growth, fast-paced business in the appointment of an experienced Audit Lead to take ownership of the year-end audit during a critical transition period.This is a hands-on, high-impact assignment, offering full responsibility for the audit cycle and the opportunity to operate as the central point of coordination between the business and external auditors.Role DetailsReporting to the CFO, you will act as the primary contact for their audit firm, leading the audit from planning through to completion.You will step into an exciting and changing environment, quickly building credibility, taking control of the audit timeline, and ensuring delivery across multiple stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesAct as the main liaison between the business and external auditors Own and manage the end-to-end audit process Lead a structured handover to capture key insights and outstanding items Coordinate responses to audit queries across internal teams Ensure timely delivery of schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation Proactively anticipate audit requirements and prepare materials in advance Maintain a smooth, well-managed audit process and strong external relationships About ..... full job details .....