At FD Capital, our goal is to streamline the recruitment process when hiring a Financial Director (FD). We work closely with our clients and take a hands-on approach throughout the recruitment process. Our team is made up of financial executives and entrepreneurs who understand the challenges businesses face.

We’ll help you identify the skills and experience you want in your Financial Director to connect your company with a skilled financial executive. Most of the Financial Directors in our talent pool are ACA/FCA (ICAEW) qualified accountants. They are available to work in-house or remotely, as well as on a part-time, interim, or full-time basis in the UK.

Our specialist team of Financial Directors have experience overseeing fundraising, auditing companies, and conducting debt refinancing. Read on to find out more about why you should hire an FD.

The difference between CFOs and FDs is harder to notice in smaller organisations where the two roles overlap most. A CEO or Chief Operating Officer can take on some of the responsibilities of an FD in these cases.

It’s important to note that a Finance Director and Chief Financial Officer are two different positions – although they can have overlapping responsibilities. Understanding the differences between a Finance Director vs. Chief Financial Officer can help you determine which position is most suitable for your business.

The main differences between an FD and CFO sit in their day-to-day responsibilities. A CFO is responsible for the company’s overall financial operations and sits on the company’s senior leadership team in partnership with the CEO. The role of CFO will differ between organisations, but most will be responsible for developing financial strategies and implementing business plans.

A CFO will have their finger on the industry pulse, monitoring economic trends and identifying potential growth opportunities. They’ll also be involved with implementing employee retention strategies and forecasting expenses.

The most obvious difference between a CFO and FD sits in their credibility and connections. A CFO will build relationships with financial institutions and oversee fundraising responsibilities, including engaging with potential investors.

While an FD will manage the financial department, a CFO will oversee the FD in organisations that have both employees. The CFO will have greater leadership responsibilities, including supervising and monitoring financial activities and managing IT systems. You can view the FD as a managerial role, while the CFO is a company leader who drives growth and development.

Outsourcing your FD streamlines the process and makes it stress-free. At FD Capital, we take a tailored approach to recruiting, identifying the individual needs of each business to connect them with a candidate who will instantly become part of the company culture.

Are you hiring a CFO or FD at short notice? A specialist recruitment agency will have a pool of candidates available to start work within a few days of notice, whether it’s for a new role or covering maternity or sick leave. The outsourcing process is quicker than advertising externally while ensuring a shortlist of high-quality candidates.

Are you hiring a part-time or full-time FD? Begin the recruitment process by contacting our specialist FD hiring team at recruitment@fdcapital.co.uk.

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