Senior Interim & Fractional CFOs - Talent pool

Senior Interim & Fractional CFOs - Talent pool
Department: Finance
Employment Type: Contract / Temp
Location: Africa
Reporting To: CEO / Board

Description
Allied Talent Partners (ATP), a Three Cairns Group initiative, is a mission-driven, not-for-profit talent marketplace focused on solving the human capital bottlenecks slowing down sustainable development efforts in emerging economies, with an initial focus on Africa.  ATP connects vetted, experienced, context-relevant professionals to high-impact opportunities in energy access and sustainable development – strengthening local capacity and fuelling economic vitality. We specialize in fixed-term, deliverable-driven engagements – from interim leadership and generalist projects to niche technical expertise – handling project scoping, talent vetting and matching, contracting, payroll, and compliance so that our clients can focus on impact.

High-Level Overview 

ATP is building a talent pool of experienced Interim and Fractional CFOs to support client engagements across financial strategy, capital structuring, financial management, and operational scaling. 

This talent pool will include senior finance leaders with experience supporting growth-stage and established organizations, who can be deployed on interim and fractional assignments across a range of sectors and geographies.

Role and Responsibilities

Role: :  Senior Interim / Fractional CFO
Direct Report: CEO / Board
Candidates Required: Multiple

Key Deliverables: 

Financial Strategy & Planning
Lead development and refinement of financial strategy, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning aligned with business objectives.

Cash Flow & Performance Management
Oversee cash flow planning, working capital management, and financial performance tracking, ensuring financial stability and visibility.

Fundraising & Capital Structuring
Support or lead capital raising processes, including preparation of financial materials, investor engagement, due diligence, and structuring of debt or equity financing.

Financial Reporting & Controls
Establish or strengthen financial reporting frameworks, controls, and governance processes to ensure accuracy, transparency, and compliance.

Systems & Process Optimisation
Design, implement, or improve financial systems, processes, and reporting tools to support scalable operations.

Executive & Board Advisory
Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to CEOs, leadership teams, and boards to support decision-making.

Operational & Commercial Support
Partner with business units to assess commercial performance, unit economics, and cost structures, supporting operational efficiency and growth.

Transaction & Strategic Support (where relevant)
Support M&A, restructuring, or strategic transactions, including financial analysis, modelling, and stakeholder coordination.

Requirements
Experience Required: 

15+ years of experience in finance, including senior leadership roles  

Experience as CFO or equivalent in growth-stage or complex organizations 

Experience supporting growth-stage, scaling, or restructuring organisations

Exposure to operational finance in evolving business environments

Experience working closely with boards, investors, or executive leadership teams

Experience operating across multiple markets or jurisdictions is an advantage

Technical Requirements:

Strong financial modelling and forecasting capability  

Experience with fundraising and capital structuring  

Knowledge of financial controls and governance 

Experience setting up or improving financial systems, controls, and reporting frameworks

Familiarity with ERP systems and financial tools

Other Skills:

Strong strategic thinking and commercial acumen 

Ability to operate as a trusted advisor to CEOs and boards

Strong stakeholder and investor management capability

Ability to operate independently in high-ambiguity environments

Working Arrangement
Location: Experience in emerging markets or Africa preferred
Travel: As required

Terms of agreement:
Start Date: rolling
Contracting Period: Interim/ fractional