Interim Finance Transformation Lead Location: Poole (Onsite, 4–5 days per week) Contract: Interim (Full-time, 2–6 months possible extension) Reporting to: Fractional CFO / CEO

About the Opportunity Vardey Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting for an Interim Finance Transformation Lead on behalf of a growing and evolving organisation. The business is entering a key phase of transformation—moving to a multi-entity group structure and strengthening its financial and operational foundations.

The Role

This is a hands-on, high-impact role focused on driving finance transformation across systems, processes, and structure. Working closely with the CFO, CEO, and senior leadership team. You will lead key projects to build a scalable finance function. The role is primarily project-focused, with day-to-day operations managed separately.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead finance transformation during the transition to a group structure

* Support new entity setup, reporting structures, and financial controls

* Work with external advisors on tax, HMRC, and structuring

* Review and improve finance systems, processes, and controls

* Support system implementations and operational improvements

* Design the future finance operating model and group reporting

* Act as a senior support and escalation point within the finance team

* Manage projects, timelines, and change initiatives

About You

* Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience

* Strong experience in finance transformation, restructuring, or change environments

* Experience within multi-entity or group structures

* Knowledge of tax/HMRC considerations is beneficial

* Proven ability to improve systems, processes, and controls

* Calm, adaptable, and able to bring structure during change

* Strong project management and stakeholder management skills

Why Join?

* This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organisation—shaping the finance function, driving change, and delivering long-term value during a critical stage of growth.

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