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