Interim CFO

I am currently supporting a Midlands based, privately owned B2B, services and contracting group to Recruit an Interim CFO. My client successfully delivers a wide portfolio of projects and are well established in their market. The business is entering a critical phase of change and value creation and is seeking an experienced Interim Fractional CFO to provide high level support to the board and hands-on leadership across finance, commercial control and strategic delivery. This role is suited to a seasoned CFO who is comfortable operating at pace in complex, project-driven environments. Key Responsibilities • Take full ownership of the finance function, leading a capable team • Provide clear, robust financial leadership to the Board and senior management • Strengthen cashflow management, forecasting and working capital control • Lead budgeting, reforecasting and project margin analysis across live contracts • Improve visibility and governance around WIP, cost-to-complete and profitability • Support commercial teams on contract performance, risk and claims management • Review and enhance financial controls, reporting and decision-making processes • Act as a trusted partner to shareholders, lenders and external advisors • Support strategic initiatives including growth and future plans Candidate Profile • Proven Interim CFO / FD with experience in contracting or engineering-led businesses • Strong understanding of project accounting, WIP, cash and margin control • Comfortable in fast-moving, operationally complex environments • Experience working with owner-managed, investor-backed or Board-led businesses • Available immediately or at short notice If you are an experienced and strategic interim finance leader who enjoys bringing structure, clarity and commercial discipline into project-based businesses, this assignment offers genuine impact and visibility