Interim Finance Director

Jobtailor; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Cambridge is seeking a seasoned Finance Director to lead all financial operations in a high-growth tech environment. You will shape budgeting, forecasting, reporting and FP&A, partner with the CFO and executive team, and drive performance through insights while ensuring governance and compliance.

This role requires ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent, a proven FD track record, and the ability to scale finance in a product-led, capital-intensive business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Finance Director or equivalent level.
• Professional qualification ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent experience.
• Strong track record influencing senior stakeholders and driving business performance.
• Expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
• Experience transforming FP&A in high-growth/tech environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, monthly/quarterly/annual reporting and analysis.
• Partner with CFO and executive team to craft and execute financial strategy.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting and compliance.
• Drive financial performance monitoring and provide actionable insights.
• Oversee cash flow, capital allocation, and investment decisions.
• Mentor, develop, and lead the finance team; collaborate with other functions.

Skills

Influence senior stakeholders

Strategic mindset

Mentoring and development

Excellent communication

Financial acumen

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

Financial Systems

ERP Software

Job description

• Lead and oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and analysis
• Partner with the CFO and executive leadership team to develop and execute the company’s financial strategy
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting
• Drive financial performance monitoring and provide actionable insights to support operational efficiency and profitability
• Manage financial risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold corporate governance standards
• Oversee cash flow management, capital allocation, and investment decisions
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to enhance skills and performance
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Operations, Engineering, and Commercial functions to align financial goals with business objectives
• Support financing and capital raising processes
• Maintain strong relationships with auditors, tax advisors, banks, and other financial partners
• Partner with the CFO and provide interim leadership to the Finance team during a circa six-month assignment

Requirements

• Proven experience and track record at FD level
• Candidates will ideally hold a professional qualification such as ACA/ACCA/CIMA, or possess equivalent experience
• Strong track record of influencing senior stakeholders and driving business performance
• Strong proficiency in financial systems and ERP software
• Expertise in financial planning, analysis and reporting
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear insights
• Strong commercial acumen and strategic mindset
• Experience in a scaling technology, deep-tech, semiconductor or manufacturing environment (desirable)
• Experience building or transforming FP&A functions in a high-growth business (desirable)
• Exposure to capital-intensive or product-led business models (desirable)
• Ability to start by late September/early October at the latest
• Cambridge-based or within reasonable commuting distance
• Commitment to equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, while effectively leading and mentoring finance teams. Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive business performance in a high-growth environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Financial Operations Leadership
• Financial Planning And Analysis
• Professional Qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
• Financial Systems And ERP Software
• Strategic Mindset

Hard Skills

• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Financial Reporting
• Financial Analysis
• Cash Flow Management
• Capital Allocation
• Investment Decisions
• Regulatory Compliance
• Corporate Governance
• FP&A Function Transformation

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication
• Strong Commercial Acumen
• Mentoring And Development

Certifications & Qualifications

• ACA
• ACCA
• CIMA

Industry Keywords

• Scaling Technology
• Deep-Tech
• Semiconductor
• Manufacturing
• Capital-Intensive Business Models
• Product-Led Business Models

Tools & Technologies

• Financial Systems
• ERP Software