Interim Finance Director - Scale-Up Finance Leader

Zanda; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth private equity-backed firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Interim Finance Director for an initial 3–6 month engagement. The successful candidate will provide immediate leadership to the finance function, enhancing operations and supporting strategic development. This role involves taking ownership of the global finance function, stabilizing processes, and driving financial improvements. The ideal candidate must have proven experience in senior finance leadership roles, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in interim or senior finance leadership roles.
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Strong technical grounding with a rigorous, detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the day-to-day running of the global finance function.
• Stabilise and strengthen financial control and governance.
• Improve month-end close, reporting quality, and cash flow discipline.
• Identify and deliver quick wins across systems and operational efficiency.
• Build investor-grade financial modelling and reporting.

Skills

Interim finance leadership

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Job description

A high-growth private equity-backed firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an Interim Finance Director for an initial 3–6 month engagement. The successful candidate will provide immediate leadership to the finance function, enhancing operations and supporting strategic development. This role involves taking ownership of the global finance function, stabilizing processes, and driving financial improvements. The ideal candidate must have proven experience in senior finance leadership roles, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.