Interim CFO

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  • Job type

    Contract

  • Location

    Bristol

  • Working Pattern

    Full-time

  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified

  • Industry

    Government & Public Services

  • Pay

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6-month contract (Bristol)

Interim Chief Financial Officer (6‑Month FTC)
Bristol | £100,000–£110,000

Charles Maidment, from the Hays Bristol Senior Finance – Contracts & Interim team, is working on an exclusive interim CFO opportunity with a well‑regarded UK government agency, based in Bristol. This is an urgent appointment, created by an unexpected leaver, offering a genuine Number 1 in Finance mandate at executive level.

The Opportunity
  • This hands‑on interim role will suit an experienced CFO who can hit the ground running, partner confidently with the CEO and COO, and provide clear financial leadership at a critical time.
  • You’ll lead and stabilise the finance function while:
  • Driving the team through a pending audit
  • Acting as senior sponsor on a live finance system change
  • Providing strategic input while remaining operationally credible
  • The remit covers Finance and Commercial / Procurement teams
What We’re Looking For
  • Proven interim CFO or #1 Finance lead experience (public sector or complex environments beneficial)
  • Strong strategic presence, with the ability to operate hands‑on when needed
  • Comfortable influencing at Board and Executive level
  • Confident leading audit, governance, and systems transformation
  • Resilient, pragmatic leader who can steady the ship quickly
Location & Contract
  • Bristol‑based office, with hybrid working
  • Some UK travel aligned to Board and leadership meetings
  • Initial 6‑month fixed‑term contract
  • £100,000–£110,000
For a confidential discussion, contact Charles Maidment at Hays Bristol – Senior Finance Interims & Contracts.

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