Interim CFO

Summary: The Interim CFO role involves leading financial transformation and supporting a business through a significant divestment and transition period. Reporting directly to the CEO, the position requires overseeing financial due diligence and ensuring the operational infrastructure is robust for future needs. The role is a full-time, 6-month fixed-term contract with a pro rata salary of £110,000, aimed at an experienced finance leader with expertise in M&A and transformation. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a purpose-led organization during a critical phase of change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the financial and operational preparation for the sale of a defined customer base
• Own the project plan and manage all aspects of financial due diligence and acquisition readiness
• Structure, streamline, and stabilise the business through pre-sale, transition, and post-sale phases
• Operate as the key liaison for the acquiring party, ensuring transparent and accurate data exchange
• Oversee forecasting, reporting, and risk management with a strong commercial lens
• Support the recruitment and onboarding of a permanent CFO and contribute to the restructuring of the finance function
• Collaborate with the Operations Director to assess and deliver a future-fit software system

Key Skills:

• Leading financial planning and restructuring projects, including business unit separation
• Direct involvement in M&A, specifically in divestments, due diligence, and transitional finance
• Exposure to systems transformation such as WMS and ERP implementations
• Operating as a strategic partner to CEOs and senior stakeholders, with a proven ability to influence cross-functionally
• Translating complex financial and operational data into clear, actionable decisions in fast-paced environments

Salary (Rate): £110,000

City: Bournemouth

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Finance