Interim Chief Financial Officer

JR United Kingdom; Essex; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A private equity-backed professional services business is seeking an experienced Interim CFO to lead a critical carve-out process. The role demands a strategic thinker with a proven track record in private equity environments, responsible for establishing financial systems and providing insights during the transition.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a CFO or senior finance leader.
• Experience leading at least one full carve-out.
• Preferably within the professional services sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full carve-out process.
• Build and implement standalone financial and operational systems.
• Provide clear insights to inform decision-making.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial stability

Data-driven insights

Education

Chartered Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)

Job description

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Contract: 6 Months Minimum

Ref: GF011

Industry: Professional Services

About the Role:

Finatal is working alongside a private equity-backed professional services business (sub £20 million t/o), that is seeking a highly experienced Interim CFO to lead a full carve-out process from end to end. This is a critical appointment for the organisation’s next phase of growth and transformation.

The successful candidate will have previously delivered at least one full carve-out within a PE-backed environment. This role requires a strategic thinker who is equally confident rolling up their sleeves to ensure financial stability and clarity through a complex separation process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the full carve-out process, ensuring seamless separation from the parent entity
• Build and implement standalone financial and operational systems, processes, and controls
• Support in establishing a fit-for-purpose finance function for the standalone entity
• Provide clear, data-driven insights to inform decision-making during and post-carve out

Requirements:

• Proven track record as a CFO or senior finance leader in a private equity-backed environment
• End-to-end experience leading at least one full carve-out, preferably within the professional services sector
• Preferably a Chartered Accountant (ACA/ ACCA or equivalent qualifications)