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Hire an Interim CFO for leadership transitions, turnarounds, and transformation. Full-time temporary financial leadership when you need it most.
An Interim CFO is a senior finance executive who steps into your organisation on a full-time basis for a defined period—typically 3-12 months. They provide immediate, hands-on leadership during critical transitions, turnarounds, or transformation programmes.
Unlike fractional CFOs who work part-time across multiple clients, an interim CFO is fully dedicated to your business. They are embedded in your team, attending every meeting, driving day-to-day decisions, and taking complete ownership of your finance function.
"Interim CFOs are deployed when organisations face leadership gaps, major transformations, or crisis situations requiring immediate senior expertise."
A fractional CFO works 1-3 days per week, providing strategic oversight while you handle day-to-day operations. An interim CFO works full-time—they are in the trenches every day, managing your team, handling operational finance, and driving transformation at pace.
Choose interim when you need someone to fully own the role (vacancy, crisis, transformation). Choose fractional when you need strategic guidance but do not have full-time work to justify the cost.
Full ownership of your finance function during critical periods
Step in immediately when your CFO resigns, is terminated, or takes extended leave. Maintain continuity while you recruit a permanent replacement.
Lead financial restructuring, cost reduction programmes, and cash conservation. Navigate distressed situations with creditors and stakeholders.
Drive financial due diligence, integration planning, and post-merger integration. Lead carve-outs, disposals, and acquisition programmes.
Prepare your finance function for IPO-readiness. Implement controls, clean up accounts, and lead the financial workstream of listing preparations.
Lead ERP implementations, finance transformation programmes, and operational improvement initiatives requiring dedicated leadership.
Provide immediate leadership during financial crises, fraud investigations, regulatory issues, or unexpected departures.
Support PE-backed companies through value creation plans, 100-day programmes, and preparing businesses for exit.
Interim CFOs can start within days, not months. When your CFO resigns or you face a crisis, you cannot wait 3-6 months for a permanent hire.
Unlike fractional or consulting arrangements, an interim CFO is 100% focused on your business. They are in the office, managing your team, and driving results every day.
Engage for exactly as long as you need—whether that is 3 months to cover a gap or 12 months to lead a transformation. No permanent hire obligations.
Interim CFOs have typically led finance functions at multiple companies. They have seen turnarounds, IPOs, and crises before—and know how to navigate them.
As an outsider, an interim CFO can make tough decisions, challenge sacred cows, and implement changes that an internal candidate might avoid.
Interim CFOs are typically engaged in situations requiring immediate, full-time senior leadership. Here are the most common scenarios:
Your CFO has resigned, been terminated, or is taking extended leave. You need immediate cover while recruiting a permanent replacement.
ImmediateYour business is in distress and needs experienced leadership to manage cash, negotiate with creditors, and drive cost reduction.
Crisis situationsYou are acquiring a business, being acquired, or executing a carve-out. You need dedicated CFO leadership to drive the financial workstream.
3-6 months before closeYou are preparing for IPO or a significant funding round and need CFO-level leadership to prepare the business for scrutiny.
6-12 months beforePrivate equity firms often deploy interim CFOs into portfolio companies for value creation, 100-day plans, or exit preparation.
Post-acquisitionYou are implementing a new ERP, restructuring your finance function, or driving a major change programme requiring dedicated leadership.
Project durationDay rates for full-time interim engagement
Rates vary based on seniority, sector expertise, and complexity of the assignment. Crisis situations and turnarounds typically command premium rates.
Choose the right model for your situation
| Feature | Interim CFO | Fractional CFO | Full-Time CFO |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commitment | Full-time (temporary) | 1-3 days/week | Full-time (permanent) |
| Duration | 3-12 months | Ongoing (6+ months typical) | Permanent |
| Cost | £8,000-£12,000/week | £3,000-£6,000/week | £150,000-£250,000/year + benefits |
| Focus | Gap-fill or transformation | Strategic + operational | All responsibilities |
| Flexibility | Fixed term contract | Scale up/down as needed | Limited flexibility |
| Best For | Leadership gaps, major transitions | Growing companies, specific expertise needs | Large orgs with full-time need |
From first conversation to start date in as little as 48 hours
Tell us about your needs, timeline, and what you're looking for in an interim executive for your 3-12 month assignment.
We curate a shortlist of pre-vetted interim executives available for full-time temporary assignments.
Interview your top candidates. We handle scheduling and ensure they can start within your timeframe.
Your interim executive begins full-time within days. We support onboarding and contract management throughout.
Tell us about your needs, timeline, and what you're looking for in an interim executive for your 3-12 month assignment.
We curate a shortlist of pre-vetted interim executives available for full-time temporary assignments.
Interview your top candidates. We handle scheduling and ensure they can start within your timeframe.
Your interim executive begins full-time within days. We support onboarding and contract management throughout.
Specialists with deep sector experience
Scaling finance functions, fundraising, SaaS metrics and unit economics
Value creation, 100-day plans, exit preparation, carve-outs
NHS contracting, clinical trials finance, regulatory compliance
Cost reduction, working capital, operational turnaround
Partner economics, utilisation, practice restructuring
Turnaround, restructuring, cash management, CVA experience
Tell us about your situation and we'll match you with experienced interim CFOs who can start immediately. First conversations within 24 hours.