Hire an Interim Finance Director/CFO

Experienced financial leadership, exactly when you need it.
When your business faces a sudden gap or needs short-term expertise to manage a transition, an interim FD or CFO can provide stability and momentum. Whether you’re managing change, preparing for investment, or covering absence, interim support keeps the wheels turning.
Artemis Clarke connects you with highly experienced finance leaders who are ready to step in, deliver fast impact, and handle complexity from day one. With a focus on agility and reassurance, our interim service is designed to restore confidence and keep your business on track.
Why Hire a Interim Finance Professional?

Manage Change

Improve Financial Reporting

Prepare for exit
Ensure financials are ready for sale or succession
Our Approach to Finance Recruitment
Stage 1
Finance Team Consultation
We begin with a deep dive into your business. Our Finance Team Diagnostic Session helps us understand:
- Your company’s financial goals and challenges
- The ideal profile for your CFO, Finance Director, or Head of Finance
- Whether you need a permanent, interim, or fractional finance leader
Stage 2
Executive Search
With a clear understanding of your needs, we conduct a highly focused search, using our exclusive talent network and executive search capabilities to find the best-fit finance leaders.
Stage 3
5-Stage Candidate Assessment
Every shortlisted candidate undergoes rigorous evaluation to ensure they meet your standards. This includes:
- Key Criteria Screening – Matching experience and qualifications to your business needs
- Aptitude and Technical Assessments – Evaluating finance knowledge, intelligence test
- Bookeeping Assessment – This is to assess the candidate’s basic accounting skills
- Recorded Video Interview – Final discussion to assess cultural fit and business alignment
- Reference Checks – This is to provide additional comfort regarding the candidate for the Stage Four position, including seamless hiring and ongoing support.
Stage 4
Seamless Hiring and Ongoing Support
We support you throughout the final selection, offering advice on our preferred candidate for the role and assisting with negotiations. Our commitment doesn’t end at placement, we follow up post-hire to ensure long-term success.
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Contact Details
London: 020 8191 2124
Bristol: 0117 244 1891
Email: enquiries@artemisclarke.co.uk