Interim Chief Financial Officer

Interim Chief Financial Officer

Full-Time 45000 - 55000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
The CFO HQ

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead financial strategy and governance for diverse client organisations.
  • Company: THE CFO HQ, a top provider of outsourced CFO services.
  • Benefits: Hybrid work model, exposure to strategic projects, and mentoring opportunities.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in finance transformation and leadership.
  • Qualifications: Strong finance expertise and experience in senior leadership roles.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 Β£ per year.

Company Description

THE CFO HQ is a leading provider of outsourced CFO services and Deals Advisory expertise for organizations of all sizes and sectors.

The firm helps clients prepare for finance transformation, strengthen leadership talent, and optimize finance operations.

Its teams support complex transactions, including sales, exits, due diligence, and deal preparation and execution.

Joining THE CFO HQ offers exposure to diverse clients, strategic projects, and a dynamic environment focused on advancing modern finance leadership.

Role Description

The Interim Chief Financial Officer will provide strategic financial leadership to client organizations, overseeing financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting while ensuring robust financial governance.

Day-to-day responsibilities include managing financial reporting and analysis, reviewing financial statements, monitoring cash flow, and advising on capital structure and funding needs.

The role will partner closely with executive leadership to support business strategy, finance transformation initiatives, and transaction-related activities such as sales, exits, and due diligence.

The Interim CFO will also mentor finance teams, improve processes and systems, and ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

This is a full-time hybrid role based in Greater London, with a mix of on-site client work and the flexibility to work from home.

Qualifications

  • Strong expertise in Finance and Financial Planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial decision-making.
  • Proficiency in Financial Statements and Financial Reporting, with the ability to interpret, review, and present complex financial information to stakeholders.
  • Advanced Analytical Skills, including financial modeling, scenario analysis, and data-driven problem-solving.
  • Extensive experience in senior finance leadership roles (e. g., CFO, Finance Director) within dynamic or transaction-heavy environments.
  • Proven track record supporting transactions such as sales, exits, due diligence, and deal preparation and execution.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence executive teams and boards.
  • Experience leading finance transformation, process improvement, and implementation of finance systems and controls.
  • Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent, and significant post-qualification experience.
  • Ability to operate effectively in a hybrid work model, managing responsibilities across multiple clients in Greater London.
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Interim Chief Financial Officer employer: The CFO HQ

THE CFO HQ is an exceptional employer that offers a vibrant work culture and the opportunity to engage with diverse clients on strategic financial projects. With a focus on employee growth, the firm provides mentorship and professional development in a hybrid work environment, allowing for flexibility while ensuring robust financial governance. Joining our team means being part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to advancing modern finance leadership in the heart of Greater London.

The CFO HQ

Contact Details:

The CFO HQ Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Interim Chief Financial Officer

Financial Planning
Budgeting
Forecasting
Financial Reporting
Analytical Skills
Financial Modelling
Scenario Analysis