Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Contract / Interim Assignment
About the Opportunity
An established international banking and financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead its Finance and Regulatory Reporting functions during a key phase of strategic and operational development.
This is a senior executive leadership role with responsibility for financial governance, regulatory reporting, balance sheet management, and strategic financial oversight within a regulated banking environment.
The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO, COO, Board, and Executive Committee to support business growth, regulatory compliance, and financial performance.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Provide executive oversight of the Finance and Regulatory Reporting functions
- Partner with senior leadership to support long-term business strategy and financial planning
- Contribute to Executive Committee and key governance committees
- Deliver strategic financial insights to support commercial and operational decision-making
Financial Management & Reporting
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, management accounting, and variance analysis
- Ensure accurate and timely statutory and management reporting
- Maintain compliance with IFRS, GAAP, tax, and regulatory reporting standards
- Oversee financial controls, governance, and reporting integrity
Regulatory Reporting & Governance
- Oversee PRA/FCA regulatory reporting submissions including COREP, FINREP, Pillar 3, liquidity and prudential returns
- Support ICAAP, ILAAP, stress testing, and recovery planning processes
- Manage relationships with regulators and external auditors
- Ensure ongoing compliance with evolving regulatory requirements
Treasury, ALCO & Balance Sheet Oversight
- Chair or contribute to ALCO activities and balance sheet management
- Monitor capital, liquidity, and financial risk metrics
- Support optimisation of capital deployment and funding structures
Team Leadership
- Lead and mentor Finance and Regulatory Reporting teams
- Drive process improvement, systems enhancement, and operational efficiency
- Foster a high-performance and compliant finance culture
Candidate Profile
Experience Required
- Proven experience operating at CFO or senior finance leadership level within banking or financial services
- Strong knowledge of UK banking regulations and prudential reporting
- Experience engaging with regulators including PRA and FCA
- Deep understanding of financial controls, liquidity, capital management, and regulatory frameworks
- Demonstrated leadership of high-performing finance and reporting teams
Technical Expertise
- Regulatory reporting (COREP, FINREP, Pillar 3, liquidity returns)
- IFRS / GAAP financial reporting
- ICAAP / ILAAP processes
- Financial planning & analysis
- Treasury and balance sheet management
- Risk governance and control frameworks
Qualifications
- ACA, ACCA or equivalent accounting qualification
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- MBA or additional postgraduate qualification advantageous
Skills & Attributes
- Strategic and commercially minded
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Analytical with excellent attention to detail
- Strong leadership and organisational capability
- Solutions-oriented with a proactive approach
Location & Working Pattern
- London-based hybrid working model
- Candidates should be able to attend the office regularly as required
- Right to work in the UK required
Contract Details
- Interim / Fixed-Term Assignment
- Competitive day rate or fixed-term salary package available depending on experience
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