Interim CFO – Banking

Company: Warner Scott Recruitment
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Location: London
Job Description:

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 functionsPartner with senior leadership to support long-term business strategy and financial planningContribute to Executive Committee and key governance committeesDeliver strategic financial insights to support commercial and operational decision-making

Lead budgeting, forecasting, management accounting, and variance analysisEnsure accurate and timely statutory and management reportingMaintain compliance with IFRS, GAAP, tax, and regulatory reporting standardsOversee financial controls, governance, and reporting integrity

Regulatory Reporting & Governance

Oversee PRA/FCA regulatory reporting submissions including COREP, FINREP, Pillar 3, liquidity and prudential returnsSupport ICAAP, ILAAP, stress testing, and recovery planning processesManage relationships with regulators and external auditorsEnsure ongoing compliance with evolving regulatory requirements

Treasury, ALCO & Balance Sheet Oversight

Chair or contribute to ALCO activities and balance sheet managementMonitor capital, liquidity, and financial risk metricsSupport optimisation of capital deployment and funding structures

Lead and mentor Finance and Regulatory Reporting teamsDrive process improvement, systems enhancement, and operational efficiencyFoster 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 servicesStrong knowledge of UK banking regulations and prudential reportingExperience engaging with regulators including PRA and FCADeep understanding of financial controls, liquidity, capital management, and regulatory frameworksDemonstrated leadership of high-performing finance and reporting teams

Technical Expertise

Regulatory reporting (COREP, FINREP, Pillar 3, liquidity returns)IFRS / GAAP financial reportingICAAP / ILAAP processesFinancial planning & analysisTreasury and balance sheet managementRisk governance and control frameworks

Qualifications

ACA, ACCA or equivalent accounting qualificationBachelor’s degree or equivalentMBA or additional postgraduate qualification advantageous

Skills & Attributes

Strategic and commercially mindedStrong stakeholder management and communication skillsAnalytical with excellent attention to detailStrong leadership and organisational capabilitySolutions-oriented with a proactive approach

Location & Working Pattern

London-based hybrid working modelCandidates should be able to attend the office regularly as requiredRight to work in the UK required

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Posted: May 29th, 2026