Interim CFO

Harmonic, Inc.; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly scaling consumer brand in Gloucester is seeking an Interim CFO to guide financial strategy during ambitious growth plans. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance leadership within fast-growth SMEs and be adept at upgrading financial systems. This role requires a hands-on approach to managing the finance team and contributing to strategic decisions. A competitive salary and benefits package are offered, with a flexible 4-day work week considered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full benefits package

4-day working week considered

Qualifications

• Experience as a CFO, Finance Director, or senior finance leader within a fast-growth SME.
• Proven track record in finance systems upgrades.
• Strong process-builder with the ability to implement controls in a scaling environment.

Responsibilities

• Own financial strategy, cash management, and long-term planning.
• Partner with the SLT to translate performance into clear insights.
• Lead the production of board packs and commercial reporting.

Skills

Financial strategy

Process-building

Team management

Commercial mindset

Tools

NetSuite

Xero

Job description

I'm supporting a rapidly scaling consumer brand on the hire of an Interim CFO to guide the business through its next phase of growth.

The company has seen exceptional momentum across retail, e-commerce, and wholesale channels and is now strengthening its leadership team with a commercially minded, hands-on CFO who can bring structure, clarity, and strategic direction.

You'll join an entrepreneurial senior leadership team and play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy, upgrading systems, and supporting operational scalability as the business continues to grow at pace.

The Role

• Own financial strategy, cash management, and long-term planning during a period of rapid expansion.
• Partner with the SLT to translate performance into clear, actionable insights.
• Lead the production of high-quality board packs and commercial reporting.
• Support scaling across multi-channel operations (retail, wholesale, D2C).
• Lead the transition from Xero to NetSuite (or similar), owning system selection and implementation.
• Strengthen internal controls, processes, and financial frameworks.
• Drive automation and improvements in data integrity & reporting.
• Provide day-to-day leadership to the finance team.
• Uplift capability across the team and embed a high-performance culture.
• Develop improved modelling, forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Support margin analysis, cost management, and pricing strategy.
• Contribute to discussions around investment, fundraising, and future expansion.

Qualifications

• Experience as a CFO, Finance Director, or senior finance leader within a fast-growth SME.
• Proven track record in finance systems upgrades (NetSuite beneficial).
• Strong process-builder with the ability to implement controls in a scaling environment.
• Commercial mindset and confidence working with non-finance leaders.
• Experience managing and developing small, high-performing teams.

Nice to Have

• Exposure to consumer products, FMCG, retail, e-commerce, or multi-site environments.
• Experience with stock, supply chain, or light manufacturing operations.

Competitive salary (18-month FTC).

Full benefits package.

4-day working week considered.