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We provide cost-effective Full time and Interim CFO’s with expertise and industry knowledge, to support high-growth companies.

CFO Recruitment

Fractional CFO

Leading CFO Recruitment Firm

As a leading CFO recruitment firm, we specialise in connecting businesses with top-tier finance leaders. Our dedicated services cover CFO recruitment, CFO executive recruitment, and interim CFO recruitment, ensuring you find the right strategic partner for your organisation’s growth. Whether you need a permanent executive or a temporary financial leader, our expertise helps secure exceptional talent that drives performance and long-term success.

How CFO Recruitment Works

Full-Time Roles We Recruit

In addition to CFO recruitment, at Hire CFO we provide a full spectrum of finance leadership and accounting talent solutions. Alongside placing experienced CFOs who can drive strategy and growth, we also offer FD (Finance Director) recruitment, FM (Finance Manager) recruitment, and accounting team recruitment to help build strong, high-performing finance departments. Our tailored approach ensures that every hire, from executive leadership to key support staff, aligns with your organisation’s goals, culture, and long-term financial success.

Fractional Finance Director

CFO Services We Provide

We deliver flexible, high-impact financial solutions to support your growth. Whether you need strategic oversight or day-to-day support, our Fractional CFO services can be tailored to the exact needs of your business. From fractional CFO consulting and finance director services to hands-on accounting and recruitment, we help you build a stronger financial foundation without the cost of full-time hires.

Fractional CFO Services

CFO

Fractional Finance Manager

Finance Manager

Fractional Finance Director Services

Finance Director

Fractional Finance Director

Accounting Services

Fractional Recruitment Services

Recruitment Services

Why Recruit A Full Time CFO?

When you are scaling and have reached £10m+ in revenues you would benefit from having a full time FD or CFO to enhance your finance team. These financial professionals can help with:

In-depth financial expertise:

Choosing our CFO executive recruitment services will give you access to a highly trained finance professional with extensive experience in financial management. This will help you develop strategies to maximise your profits, improve your financial performance and manage risks.

Improving Cash Flow:

CFO’s implement budgeting, cash flow forecasting and working capital management processes to ensure your company avoids the pitfalls of high growth and maximising working capital.

Risk Management

CFO’s identify and assess risks that could impact the company’s financial goals. This includes short- term risks like missed deadlines and long-term risks like economic recessions.

Strategic decision-making:

A CFO will help you identify and prioritise areas where improvements can be made and advise you on the best ways to achieve your financial goals. This will be invaluable when it comes to making tough financial decisions, such as expanding the business or securing funding.

Improved financial performance:

By working with you to develop a financial strategy, a CFO can help you maximise your profits, minimise your expenses, and avoid costly mistakes. They can also help you stay ahead of financial risks and ensure that your business is operating both efficiently and profitably.

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Recruitment Services

Talent Sourcing

Talent Sourcing

We identify and attract qualified finance professionals for specific roles, using our network, databases, and job platforms. We focus on finding candidates for positions such as CFO’s, financial analysts, accountants, Financial Controllers, auditors, etc.

Market Intelligence

Market Intelligence

Providing insights into salary trends, hiring competition and job market conditions, helping you make informed conditions about CFO recruitment strategies and compensation packages.

Temporary & Interim Placements

Temporary & Interim Placements

Being an international CFO recruitment firm, we offer temporary and interim services to bridge the gap with any outgoing finance staff or for busy seasonal periods or project driven work.

Candidate Screening

Candidate Screening

We handle initial screenings, shortlists and interviews, including background checks to ensure candidates have the necessary skills, certifications and cultural fit. We may also conduct detailed assessments of financial and analytical skills, and evaluate soft skills like communication and leadership.

Executive Search

Executive Search

For senior and strategic roles we offer head hunting services, discreetly approaching high level professionals who are not actively looking for new opportunities.

Client Branding

Client Branding

We can help create compelling job descriptions and promote your brand to attract top-tier candidates. There could also be opportunities through specialised finance job boards and networking events.

How it Works

Our recruitment process is designed to be simple, efficient, and results-driven. Whether it’s CFO, FD, Finance Manager, or a full accounting team recruitment, we handle every step of the search so you can focus on running your business. From understanding your specific needs to presenting you with the most qualified candidates, our structured approach ensures a seamless hiring process and helps you secure the right financial leadership for long-term success.

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Tell us what you're looking for
Tell us about your business and accounting requirements

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Job Spec
We will compile a detailed job specification

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Match with CFO
We’ll find you 3-4 of our best candidates

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Focus on your business

Focus on your business and let us do the rest

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Rated “Excellent” on Trustpilot

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Rated 4.9 stars on Google

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We are experts in your market

We have in-depth market knowledge so we fully understand the skill set and sector in which you work. We specialise in the following industries:

Tech

Fin-tech, Accounting-tech, med-tech, sports-tech, prop-tech, Insurance-tech and others.
Property

Property

Real estate, property development, estate agents, construction, Landlords

Telecoms

Fixed line, cellular, IP tech and hybrid

Retail & Fashion

Online commerce, retail,  fashion, restaurants & beauty.

Financial Services

Retail banking, challenger banks, debt management, investments & short- term lending.

Non-Profit

Charities, and other not for profit organizations.

Publishing

Online and paper publishing, advertisers. Online marketing.

Manufacturing

Manufacturing, FMCG
Healthcare

Healthcare

Health care, Pharma, Care homes, Medical Practitioners, Medical Insurers

FAQs

How can I recruit a full-time CFO?

The most effective way to recruit a full-time CFO is to partner with specialist recruitment firms like Hire CFO. We manage the entire CFO recruitment process, from defining the role and responsibilities to sourcing and securing top finance leaders who match your business needs.

What businesses can benefit from CFO recruitment?

CFO executive recruitment is not only for large corporations. Businesses of all sizes can benefit. Whether it’s a growing SME, a scaling start-up, or an established organisation, recruiting a skilled CFO can provide strategic financial leadership and help drive sustainable growth.

How much does a full-time CFO cost?

The cost of recruiting a full-time CFO varies based on factors like industry, company size, and the level of experience required. Partnering with an expert in CFO executive recruitment like Hire CFO ensures you find the right candidate who delivers strong value to your organisation.

How quickly can you place a finance leader?

Thanks to our specialist network and proactive search methods, we can often present top candidates for CFO recruitment, FD recruitment, Finance Manager recruitment, or accounting recruitment within days, not weeks. Our process allows us to find top talent quickly.

Can you help with interim CFO recruitment?

Yes, we provide interim CFO recruitment and CFO executive recruitment for businesses needing short-term financial leadership, whether to cover a gap, manage growth, or oversee key projects. Our proven interim leaders deliver immediate impact without compromising quality.

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