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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