Interim CFO – 6‑Month Assignment (Bristol)Contact: Charles Maidment, Hays Bristol Office
We’re supporting a major public‑sector organisation with the appointment of an Interim Chief Financial Officer. This is a strategic leadership role overseeing finance,mercial, and people functions, and acting as a key member of the executive team. The position is based in Bristol with blended home working and will involve regular travel across England.
The OpportunityThe Interim CFO will shape and deliver the organisation’s financial strategy, ensure long‑term sustainability, and provide clear, high‑quality financial leadership. Managing a large multi‑disciplinary team, you’ll drive value for money, lead system and process improvement, and support senior stakeholders across the organisation.
Key Accountabilities
1. Lead financial strategy, planning and risk management
2. Ensure financialernance, integrity and statutorypliance
3. Oversee budgeting and long‑term financial forecasting
4. Drivemercial improvement and efficiency
5. Provide high‑quality internal and external financial reporting
6. Lead a financial systems change programme
7. Manage teams across finance,mercial and HR
8. Build strong relationships with senior leaders and external partners
Person Requirements
Essential:
9. CCAB/CIMA qualified with senior post‑qualification experience
10. Strong analytical and strategic capability
11. Experience leading large, multi‑disciplinary teams
12. Proven track record of driving improvement inplex environments
13. Excellentmunication and stakeholder‑management skills
14. Experience with financial systems change
Desirable:
15. Interest in environment, land‑based sectors or public service
16. Experience inmercial environments
17. Project management background
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