Interim Finance Director

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Finatal Full time

Interim Finance Director

£800 per day outside IR35

London/UK - Hybrid

(6-12) Month Contract


SL1104


A market-leading, high-growth FMCG business, backed by a prominent mid-market private equity firm, is seeking an accomplished Interim Finance Director to help drive its ambitious growth and transformation agenda. With a strong focus on operational excellence, strategic scaling, and value creation, this role is pivotal in supporting the executive team during a critical phase of the business’s journey.


Key Responsibilities:

· Provide strong financial leadership and oversight, ensuring robust financial controls, governance, and reporting.

· Partner closely with the CEO and private equity investors to align financial strategy with the business’s growth objectives.

· Oversee and professionalise the finance function, mentoring and developing the existing team to ensure high performance.

· Drive financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting, delivering actionable insights to support decision-making.

· Lead initiatives to optimize working capital, improve profitability, and enhance cash flow visibility.

· Support strategic initiatives, including M&A activity, due diligence, and integration of new acquisitions.

· Prepare the business for potential exit events, including IPO or secondary transactions, ensuring readiness for investor scrutiny.


Ideal Candidate Profile:

· Qualified accountant (ACA preferred) with significant experience in senior financial leadership roles.

· Proven track record in private equity-backed environments, particularly in high-growth or FMCG sectors.

· Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives and investors.

· Experience managing complex financial structures, including working capital optimization and M&A integration.

· Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills, with a hands-on, pragmatic approach to challenges.



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