Interim FP&A, What it is, and Why it is A Growing Career Path With Tim Stalkamp @thefpandaguy
Interim FP&A, What it is, and Why it is A Growing Career Path With Tim Stalkamp  @thefpandaguy
Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this episode of FP&A Unlocked, Paul Barnhurst sits down with Tim Stallkamp, Senior Managing Director at Riveron, alongside co-host Glenn Snyder. Tim shares insights on interim management and how it is reshaping finance leadership by helping companies fill critical gaps, accelerate value creation, and bring experienced finance leaders into organizations during transition periods.

Tim Stallkamp is a Senior Managing Director and the leader of Riveron’s Interim Management practice. He is a seasoned turnaround executive who provides interim management and turnaround management services to distressed and under-performing businesses. Tim has led turnarounds as interim chief executive officer (CEO), chief restructuring officer (CRO), chief transformation officer (CTO), and chief financial officer (CFO).

Expect to Learn:
Why private equity is driving demand for interim finance leaders
What makes a strong interim FP&A and finance professional
Why broad, cross-industry experience matters more than narrow expertise
How interim leaders create value from day one
The importance of clear scope and alignment in engagements

Here are a few relevant quotes from the episode:
"Interim management isn’t about replacing people; it’s about supplementing leadership to create value faster and help teams reach their full potential." – Tim Stallkamp
"The more experiences an individual has across industries and roles, the more effective they are in interim management. Breadth of expertise is key." – Tim Stallkamp

Tim explains how interim management is reshaping finance leadership by bringing experienced professionals into organizations during critical transitions. These leaders not only fill gaps but also help improve processes, guide decision-making, and leave companies stronger than before.

Follow Tim:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tim-stallkamp-537b0317
Company: riveron.com

Follow Glenn:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/glenntsnyder

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In Today’s Episode
[00:00] - Trailer
[05:06] - What interim management is
[07:42] - Why it’s growing
[09:13] - Value creation in leadership
[13:12] - Defining scope clearly
[17:58] - Alignment in engagements
[26:11] - Types of interim roles
[37:14] - Systems vs skills
[42:55] - Private equity decision-making
[50:42] - Final thoughts
[54:05] - Closing
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