A CFO vacancy rarely comes at a convenient time. Audits, board meetings, bank renewals and statutory dates do not wait for a hire, which can take three to six months. An interim engagement keeps the finance function running and stable until the permanent CFO is in place.
Signs this applies to you
- Your CFO or finance head has resigned or is on extended leave
- An audit, board meeting or bank renewal is approaching
- A transaction or restructuring is under way without a finance lead
- The finance team needs direction during a difficult period
What we do
- Step into the CFO role for an agreed period and number of days each week
- Keep the close, compliance, banking and board reporting on schedule
- Stabilise the team and settle open issues
- Prepare a 30, 60 and 90 day plan for the role
- Support recruitment of the permanent CFO and hand over
What you receive
- Uninterrupted close, compliance and reporting
- Written handover file for the incoming CFO
- Support with the job specification and interviews
Usually delivered through the Interim engagement model. Compare engagement models.