Our Client A respected professional membership body operating across multiple international regions is looking for an interim part time CFO who is experienced in leading finance, IT, audit and building up a team.
The Role This is a 3 days a week interim position for an initial 3+ months, supporting the organisation while they recruit a permanent postholder. With 2 days per week based in the Victoria office, you will provide leadership across Finance, IT, and Corporate Services, ensuring continued stability and effective oversight.
You will play a critical senior role, acting as the organisation's trusted expert on financial strategy, consolidated reporting, audit preparation, systems governance, and international financial compliance. Working closely with the CEO, you will ensure that financial controls remain strong, statutory obligations are met, and cross-functional teams are supported through a key period of organisational change.
Key Responsibilities - Lead the preparation of consolidated group accounts and manage all year-end and audit processes
- Ensure high-quality SORP-compliant reporting and statutory submissions
- Provide senior oversight of Finance and IT functions, ensuring effective systems, processes, cyber security, and data governance
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and liquidity management
- Provide strategic financial insight, supporting long-term planning
- Maintain robust financial controls across international branches, subsidiaries, and regions
- Lead risk management activity, ensuring strong frameworks and controls are in place
- Act as a key senior contact for internal and external stakeholders
- Ensure compliance with international regulations, overseas tax considerations, and global operational frameworks
- Provide calm, assured leadership to multi-disciplinary teams during a period of transition
- Undertake additional duties aligned to stabilising, improving, and strengthening financial and corporate services operations
The Successful Candidate - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
- Demonstrable experience overseeing both Finance and IT
- Strong technical background in consolidation, audit, and SORP reporting
- Significant experience operating in international or multi-region environments
- Proven leadership capability at a senior executive level
- Strong communication skills and the ability to influence at Board level
- Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable leading during periods of organisational change
- Able to build strong relationships quickly and provide reassurance through expertise
What’s on Offer? - 3 days per week, with 2 days onsite in near Victoria
- Competitive day rate
- Opportunity to lead a high-profile portfolio during a crucial organisational phase
- Hybrid working arrangements
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We believe that diverse leadership fosters stronger, more resilient organisations. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process where all individuals feel valued, respected, and able to thrive. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage diversity at every stage of the hiring journey.
