Interim Finance Director Jobs UK
When companies face financial challenges—fundraising, audit preparation, or CFO transitions—interim finance directors deliver immediate qualified expertise. [Day rates](/fractional-executive-day-rates "Fractional Executive Day Rates") of £700-£1,200 provide ACA/ACCA↗-qualified leadership for defined engagements.
The interim FD market is the most established fractional executive category, with strong demand from PE-backed and scaling businesses.
Interim Finance Director Day Rates UK
| Situation | Day Rate Range | Typical Rate |
|---|---|---|
| PE-Backed / M&A | £1,000 - £1,500/day | £1,250 |
| Fundraising Support | £900 - £1,300/day | £1,100 |
| Scale-up (Series A+) | £800 - £1,200/day | £1,000 |
| SME / Growth | £650 - £950/day | £800 |
| Audit Preparation | £700 - £1,000/day | £850 |
Sources: ICAEW↗, ACCA, FRC
When to Hire an Interim Finance Director
CFO gap: Immediate cover during recruitment or transition
Fundraising: Investor-ready financials, data room, due diligence
First audit: Preparing for statutory audit requirements
Growth stage: Outgrown bookkeeper, need qualified leadership
Systems change: ERP/accounting system implementation
Key Interim FD Deliverables
Financial Reporting: Board packs, management accounts, KPI dashboards
Cash Management: Forecasting, working capital, treasury
Compliance: Statutory accounts, tax planning, Companies House
Fundraising: Financial models, investor presentations, due diligence
Team Building: Hiring finance team, implementing controls
Related Pages
[Remote Fractional Jobs](/remote-fractional-jobs)
