Zanda is an Executive search partner that works exclusively with high growth start-ups as they look to scale their business with senior talent. Zanda partners with VC's, Founder's, CEO's and CFO's when it comes to successfully delivering on key senior appointments. Interim Finance Director – 6–8 Month Contract Location: London, Dublin or Spain (Travel required 1 week a month) Duration: 6 months with possibility of extension Rate: Outside IR35 Adaptable About the Company A rapidly growing international technology company is seeking an Interim Finance Director to support a critical phase of expansion. The business operates in high-security and regulated sectors, providing digital infrastructure and cloud services across multiple countries. With planned acquisitions and international growth, this is a unique opportunity to shape finance and procurement operations in a complex, multi-jurisdiction environment. The Role We are looking for a senior finance leader to stabilize and professionalize the finance and procurement teams, support on an implementation, and support upcoming acquisition activity. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution and offers the chance to make a significant impact from day one. Key Responsibilities
Optimize finance and procurement processes to improve efficiency, control, and reporting. Provide financial analysis, planning, and integration support for a planned European acquisition. Assess and develop the finance and procurement teams, implementing best practices. Own budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial modeling across multiple entities. Support the implementation and go-live of Dynamics 365, with post-launch support. Ensure compliance with local financial regulations across all jurisdictions.
What We're Looking For
Change management and team development skills. Experience with acquisitions and integration planning. Strategic thinker with strong execution skills. Expertise in financial modeling, forecasting, and reporting. Hands-on ERP experience, preferably Dynamics 365. Experience managing cross-border teams and complex financial operations. Proven senior finance leadership in capital-intensive or infrastructure-heavy businesses. Spanish language skills beneficial but not required.
Why Join
Lead finance and procurement during a period of rapid growth and international expansion. Influence systems and processes at a foundational stage with lasting impact. Work in a global, multi-jurisdiction environment with complex operational and financial challenges. Take on a high-visibility role with significant strategic influence.