Interim CFO

Gleeson Recruitment Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction business in the Midlands is seeking an Interim CFO for a 6-month tenure. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the construction sector and a strong background in managing finance functions, stakeholder engagement, and leading teams through transitions. This opportunity offers the chance to directly influence key financial decisions within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Significant construction experience required.
• Experience managing a sizable team within a large organization.
• Knowledge of financial reporting best practices.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for all finance, tax, and treasury activities.
• Developing annual budgets and forecasts.
• Leading and developing the finance team.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Process Improvement

Education

ACA qualification

ACCA qualification

CIMA qualification

Job description

Interim CFO - Construction

Location: Midlands

Duration: 6 months

Application: Apply online only

My client, a leading construction business, has an immediate requirement for an interim CFO to join their team for a period of 6 months.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accountable for all finance, tax, and treasury activities
• Finance business partner to the executive team
• Managing senior internal and external stakeholders
• Deputise for the Chief Executive when required
• Developing annual budgets and forecasts
• Ensuring high standards of financial control
• Developing real-time and relevant reporting with insightful commentary
• Supporting business decision-making through analysis
• Leading the development and improvement of key business processes
• Leading and developing the finance team

Candidate Profile:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualification or equivalent
• Significant construction experience
• Experience managing a sizeable team in a large organization
• Experience leading teams through periods of change
• Strong experience in working capital management
• Ability to resolve technical accounting issues
• Hands-on experience with business process improvements
• Knowledge of corporate governance, audit, risk management, and financial reporting best practices
• Experience establishing and delivering a robust finance function

This role is highly confidential. Additional information will only be released after a CV has been received, vetted, and an NDA signed and returned.

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