Job Title
Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Location
Leicester - Hybrid
Day Rate
£900 - £1,100 per day (outside IR35)
Duration
3-6 months, potential to extend
Company Overview
We are a fast-growing, private equity-backed manufacturing business entering a critical phase of its growth and transformation journey. With ambitious value creation targets, operational change programmes, and a strong M&A pipeline, we are seeking an accomplished interim CFO who can provide immediate leadership, investor confidence, and operational discipline in a fast-paced environment.
Role Overview
Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Board and PE investors, you will take full ownership of the finance agenda. This will include delivering robust financial reporting, strengthening operational finance processes across manufacturing sites, and providing the strategic insight required to meet both short-term performance and long-term growth goals.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the primary financial partner to the CEO, Board, and PE stakeholders, driving the company's strategic and operational agenda
Oversee all financial operations, including FP&A, financial control, and statutory reporting across multiple manufacturing sites
Deliver clear, investor-ready board reporting and value creation updates
Lead the annual budget, forecasting, and long-range planning process in line with PE growth objectives
Strengthen cost control, margin analysis, and manufacturing performance reporting
Drive process improvement and implement scalable finance systems across production facilities
Manage cash flow forecasting and working capital optimisation, with a focus on inventory and supply chain finance
Support M&A transactions, due diligence, and integration of acquired businesses
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing finance team across operational and central functions
Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory, and lender requirements
Key Requirements
Proven track record as a CFO in a private equity-backed manufacturing or industrial environment
Strong experience in multi-site operations, cost control, and manufacturing finance metrics
Expertise in scaling finance functions to support rapid growth and operational change
Hands-on, commercially astute, and comfortable working closely with site leadership teams
Significant M&A and post-acquisition integration experience
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
Personal Attributes
Highly commercial, analytical, and results-oriented
Gravitas to influence investors, Boards, and senior leadership
Resilient and adaptable in fast-moving, entrepreneurial settings
Strong communicator with the ability to distil complex financial data into actionable insight
Contact
Joe Gorman
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Email