Should I recruit a CFO or FD with Power BI Skills?
Should I recruit a CFO or FD with Power BI Skills? MS Power BI is a powerful business intelligence tool that can provide valuable insights and analytics to a CFO (Chief Financial Officer) in order to make informed decisions about the financial health of the …
The Importance of a CFO in Businesses Large and Small
The Importance of a CFO in Businesses Large and Small It’s not just FTSE 500 companies that recruit CFOs. The role of CFO has evolved with lightning speed in the last decade, evolving beyond spreadsheets to become the CEO’s second-in-command. Companies of all sizes are …
How CFOs are using Power BI to Add Value
How CFOs are using Power BI to Add Value CFOs are building their technical skills to utilise AI and automation to streamline their workload and leverage real-time data. While not every CFOs has the skills to jump into the deep end of next-generation technology, there’s …
Controlling Business Costs in the Current Tougher Times
Adrian LawrenceAdrian Lawrence FCA with over 25 years of experience as a finance leader and a Chartered Accountant, BSc graduate from Queen Mary College, University of London. I help my clients achieve their growth and success goals by delivering value and results in areas such …
The Bank of England Is Crushing the Economy – Unnecessarily
The Bank of England Is Crushing the Economy – Unnecessarily The Bank of England has got it wrong. Its interest rates increase is already restricting the UK economy with jobs and businesses being lost unnecessarily. The current 10.7% inflation rate is five times higher than …
10 Mentorship Tips for Financial Recruiting and Retention
10 Mentorship Tips for Financial Recruiting and Retention The age of the ‘great resignation’ has made it more difficult to attract and retain employees. We’re experiencing a time of ‘quiet quitting’, when employees expect hybrid working and working from home to be available as standard. …
What a CEO Wants from Their CFO
What a CEO Wants from Their CFO Every leader needs a second-in-command that they can rely on. It’s why Presidential candidates spend months debating their choice of VP. Your second-in-command is a reflection on yourself and is expected to work in unison with you. A …
How to Successfully Grow a Business Quickly
How to Successfully Grow a Business Quickly When launching a business, the initial focus is often on building brand awareness and gaining exposure for products or services. However, growth is a gradual process that requires more than just a strong start. It demands ongoing effort, …
How to Optimise a SaaS Business Exit
How to Optimise a SaaS Business Exit All signs are pointing one way. Software as a Service (SaaS) companies are quickly becoming some of the most valuable organisations in the world. It’s difficult to think of anyone or any company who doesn’t use a SaaS …
10 Tips to Prepare for Going from CFO to CEO
10 Tips to Prepare for Going from CFO to CEO Taking the next step up the career ladder can be daunting. When you reach the position of CFO, you may think you’re at the pinnacle of your career. Today’s CFO has another step on the …
