Interim CFO

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