Temporary CFO Services FOR YOUR
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Meet proven leaders ready to step into your vacant chief executive officer role.

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“The interim CFO BluWave selected is a great guy and works extremely hard. I would definitely consider leaning on him in future situations.”

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Why Trust BluWave for your Temporary CFO?

You need an interim CFO fast, and BluWave already knows the best candidates. Within 24 hours of contacting our research consultants, we’ll connect you with a short list of temporary chief financial officers.
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Interim CFO Recruitment with BluWave
Generalist Interim CFO firms
Expedient hiring process
✅ Lightning-fast interview process
❌ Lengthy 5–6 month hiring process
Proven candidates
✅ Double-verified recommendations
❌ Commitments to unproven candidates
CFOs in your area
✅ Available CFOs who are local to you
❌ Remote CFOs who need to relocate
Extensive network
✅ Robust bench of experts
❌ Limited word-of-mouth references
Project-specific vetting
✅ Tailored hires for specific projects
❌ Non-specialized generalist candidates
Simple, consultative process
✅ BluWave’s hands-on, white-glove service
❌ Self-serve platform to learn and navigate
Best-fit matching
✅ Connect with best-fit, pre-vetted resources
❌ Hassles of traditional hiring evaluations

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Client Testimonials

Why Business Leaders Use BluWave

He earned himself a full-time position as CEO with us after BluWave identified him for the interim role. We appreciate the good work on all sides.

Brian Zakarin

Senior Vice President, H.I.G. Capita

The interim CFO stepped into a challenging transition experience and succeeded, not only by leveraging his finance technical skills and experience, but also (importantly) by leveraging his strong interpersonal skills driven by positivity and connection. He built trust-based working relationships with his colleagues in a short period of time, and maintained positivity across the team as intense and at times stressful initiatives were being pursued.

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Brian Zakarin

Senior Vice President, H.I.G. Capita

Your resource was very attentive and understood the requirements very quickly. They devised a plan, provided it in writing and dealt with both internal staff and external parties on our behalf very professionally.

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TEMPORARY CEO SERVICES

Developing Strategic Plans

Craft and refine your company’s roadmap to success with strategic planning expertise that aligns financial goals with business objectives.

Building the Finance Team

Assemble a high-performing finance team tailored to your company’s needs, driving efficiency and strategic insight.

Financial Restructuring

Revitalize your company’s financial health with expert restructuring, enhancing liquidity and operational efficiency.

Establishing KPIs

Identify and implement key performance indicators to monitor and drive financial performance and business growth.

Performing Audits

Ensure accuracy and compliance in your financial operations with comprehensive audit services that instill confidence among stakeholders.

Forecasting

Leverage detailed financial forecasting to anticipate future performance, inform decision-making, and steer your company toward its goals.

Cost Management

Optimize your cost structure with strategic cost management services, improving profitability and competitive positioning.

Transaction Processing

Streamline your transaction processing for efficiency and accuracy, ensuring smooth financial operations.

Closing the Books

Achieve timely and accurate financial closing processes, providing clear insights into your company’s financial health.

ERP Implementations

Successfully implement ERP systems to integrate and automate financial processes, enhancing data accuracy and operational efficiency.

WHEN TO HIRE AN
INTERIM CFO

Your CFO unexpectedly resigned or was removed, leaving a leadership gap
You recently went through a merger or acquisition and need an experienced leader
You’re preparing to sell a company
You want to evaluate a candidate as a potential full-time hire
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“Businesses facing executive vacancies should engage interim executives to keep critical initiatives moving forward, ensuring the chosen candidate’s skills and experience align closely with the company’s needs.”

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Managing Director, Head of Research & Operations

Client Success Stories

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Strategic Interim CFO Leadership for a High-Growth Private Equity Firm

Enhanced Financial Leadership and Preparedness for Acquisition

With the interim CFO in place, the private equity firm was better equipped to handle the financial intricacies of its upcoming acquisitions. The executive’s expertise in financial management and strategic planning was instrumental in positioning the firm to successfully expand and manage its investment portfolio, thereby achieving its goal of preserving and growing client capital efficiently.

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Stopgap Temporary Finance Leader Needed for Automotive Operations

Strategic Leadership Ushering in Financial Revitalization

The placement of the interim CFO marked a significant turning point for the automotive manufacturer. With expertise in operational control, cost accounting and cash flow management, the temporary finance leader implemented effective strategies to tighten cash flow, meet reporting requirements and guide the company through a crucial transition period.

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Interim CFO with Expertise in Commodities, Hedging for Manufacturing PortCo

Securing a Competitive Advantage with Expert Analysis

The placement of the interim CFO marked a significant turning point for the automotive manufacturer. With expertise in operational control, cost accounting and cash flow management, the temporary finance leader implemented effective strategies to tighten cash flow, meet reporting requirements and guide the company through a crucial transition period.

Private Equity Interim CFO: Resources

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Key Considerations when Hiring an Interim CFO

Identifying an interim chief financial officer can be tedious, if not expensive. Companies that don’t know what they’re looking for when they begin their search could spend large sums of money on headhunters and recruiting firms. BluWave has a better way.

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Interim CFO To Revolutionize Financial Forecasting for Construction Portco

The interim CFO’s introduction facilitated a smooth transition to an effective 13-week cash flow model, custom-designed for the client’s business framework.

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Temporary Finance Leader for a Crisis

When a company faces a financial crisis, an interim chief financial officer can make all the difference in a successful turnaround.

Whether going through a restructuring, facing bankruptcy or other challenging financial situations, an experienced financial leader is essential.

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Interim CEO To Lead Difficult Transition for Aerospace Distribution

The leader’s experience and soft touch were instrumental in winning the trust of the existing team and ensuring a seamless transition, keeping the business on track during a critical period.

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BluWave’s Interim CFOs

Learn more about BluWave’s white-glove interim CFO matchmaking.

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20 Critical Tasks Interim CFOs Perform Perform

When a company loses its full-time CFO – or is about to – keeping its financial strategy moving forward without interruptions is key. This is where interim CFO services come into play.

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FAQs: BluWave Interim CFOs

Why hire an Interim CFO? What are the benefits?

They are available on-demand and can begin working on a short timeline. They allow for more flexible, short-term commitments without sacrificing expertise. They can be strategic partners for the company’s CEO. They’re used to performing well in high-pressure situations such as resolving a crisis, preparing for a sale or helping with transitions.

How much does an Interim CFO cost?

Each candidate will negotiate their own price. That being said, you can expect to pay between $300-400 on an hourly basis, or $50,000-$70,000 on a monthly basis.

How does BluWave use proprietary AI tools to match clients with the best interim CFOs for their projects?

At BluWave, we leverage advanced AI technology through our proprietary recommendation engine, DORE-E, to precisely match clients with the ideal interim CFOs. DORE-E uses cutting-edge AI and ML techniques, which underwent a significant upgrade in 2023, to enhance its recommendation accuracy.By integrating comprehensive datasets and AI-driven models, DORE-E quickly identifies the most suitable temporary finance leaders based on your specific project requirements. This technology allows us to scale efficiently, accelerating our response times while maintaining unmatched precision. Additionally, our use of additional AI tools continuously improves our operational processes, delivering timely, data-driven solutions that meet our clients’ needs.

How do I hire an Interim CFO using BluWave?

When you contact BluWave, we’ll provide a short list of exact-fit candidates within 24 hours of your initial scoping call with us. Each option you receive will be hand-selected from our pre-vetted network of experienced professionals. We never provide generalist candidates. You’ll only meet individuals who are experienced with your industry and familiar with the exact needs of your situation.

What’s the difference between an Interim CFO and a full-time CFO?

An interim CFO is hired for a fixed amount of time to focus on specific tasks. A full-time CFO is a long-term commitment where companies can’t afford to make the wrong choice.

What’s the difference between an Interim CFO and a fractional CFO?

An interim CFO works full-time, even though their contract is for a fixed period. A fractional CFO, however, works part-time, and often for multiple companies at once.

In what situations are Interim CFOs used?

On a “trial” basis to see if they would be a good fit for a full-time role.As a stopgap between the prior CFO and your future long-term solution.To create value post-acquisition.To better position a business for sale (prep for sale).

How long is an Interim CFO assignment?

Most temporary CFO assignments last around six months. We have also seen engagements last as short as three months and as long as a full year, or in rare cases, beyond.

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