Interim CFO

SinclairJames; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Financial Officer to join a UK manufacturing company during a transformative period. The role requires strategic financial leadership, overseeing planning, control, and governance. Candidates must have proven experience as a CFO or in similar positions within manufacturing, strong knowledge of financial practices, and qualifications as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA. This position offers a competitive day rate and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience as CFO, Finance Director, or Group Financial Controller.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP / IFRS.
• Successful track record in business turnaround scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of financial planning, control, and governance.
• Manage cash flow and forecasting.
• Lead ERP implementation and restructuring initiatives.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Cash management

Cost reduction strategies

Board level operation

Education

ACA, ACCA, or CIMA chartered accountant

Job description

Sinclair James is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join a leading UK manufacturing company during a transformative period. In this pivotal role, you will provide strategic financial leadership, overseeing all aspects of financial planning, control, and governance. The CFO will be responsible for managing cash flow, forecasting, and working capital to ensure liquidity and stability. Your expertise will support executive decision-making through strategic insights, identify opportunities for cost efficiencies, optimise margins, and lead key initiatives such as ERP implementation, restructuring, or potential M&A activity. Additionally, you will oversee the finance team, ensuring operational excellence and timely, accurate financial reporting to enhance transparency and accountability across the organisation.

• Proven experience as CFO, Finance Director, or Group Financial Controller within manufacturing, engineering, or industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP / IFRS and operational finance best practices.
• Demonstrated success in cash management, cost reduction strategies, and business turnaround scenarios.
• Experience collaborating with private equity, family owned, or corporate backed organisations.
• Qualification as an ACA, ACCA, or CIMA chartered accountant, with a strong commercial and strategic mindset.
• Ability to operate effectively at board level, whilst maintaining a pragmatic, hands on leadership style.

This is an excellent opportunity to influence the financial direction of a high growth manufacturing enterprise at a senior level. You will work closely with the CEO and Board members, playing a vital role in stabilising and driving the success of the organisation. The role offers a competitive day rate outside IR35, with flexible working arrangements, and the chance to make a significant impact during a critical transformational phase.