FD Recruit is partnering a client to appoint a portfolio CFO for 1 or 2 days per week on site in Edinburgh over a 3 month initial engagement. Our client is a rapidly growing technology and manufacturing business and we are seeking an experienced portfolio CFO to provide strategic financial leadership on a part-time consulting basis. Working closely with the CEO, this role will guide the organisation through a critical growth phase by assessing the current finance function, currently two accountants and a financial controller, and shaping future capability. This would suit a Fractional or Interim Finance Director or CFO with a track record of supporting clients on a portfolio or interim basis. The engagement will require providing high-level financial insight to support informed decision-making. The CFO will have the following responsibilities: Act as a senior strategic advisor to the CEO, offering financial insight, scenario analysis, and commercial input on major decisions. Assess growth plans and ensure financial strategy, tools, and reporting are aligned with evolving business needs. Conduct a comprehensive review of the existing finance team, its structure, capability, and processes. Identify gaps, resourcing needs, and opportunities for improved efficiency or automation. Recommend and begin implementing improvements in reporting quality, workflows, controls, and systems usage. Mentor and support the accountants and financial controller to elevate overall team performance. Strengthen management reporting, including dashboarding, forecasting, and KPI alignment. Review financial controls and ensure they support a scaling organisation. Build trust with senior leaders and provide financial guidance that supports strategic initiatives. Coordinate with external stakeholders such as auditors, advisors, or investors where necessary. Required skills/experience: Experienced CFO or FD with a proven track record in high growth businesses. Experience in larger revenue business is essential to be able to bring best practice. Experience in manufacturing or a product related business. Excellent analysis experience. Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to act as a strategic partner to the leadership team and particularly the CEO. The rate advertised for this role is a guideline and the rate offered will be commensurate with experience.