Our blog covers topics of interest to Finance Directors and Chief Financial Officers alike.
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The FD Capital blog focuses on topics of interest for Finance Directors (FDs) and Chief Financial Officers (CFOs). It provides insights into the evolving role of financial leadership, especially in areas such as corporate finance, private equity fundraising, and mergers and acquisitions. The blog also covers practical career tips, such as competency-based interview preparation, effective business planning, and leveraging digital tools for financial transformation.
Key themes include:
Digital Transformation in Finance: Articles discuss how interim and part-time CFOs can harness technology, such as AI and big data, to drive financial innovation and efficiency.
Strategic Leadership: The blog emphasizes the expanding role of FDs and CFOs in aligning financial goals with business strategy and managing talent.
Career Development: FD Capital provides tips on enhancing LinkedIn presence, preparing for executive interviews, and transitioning into roles like Portfolio Finance Director.
This content is useful for finance professionals seeking to stay updated on trends, best practices, and leadership strategies within the finance sector.
The Finance Director's and CFO's Blog
Fractional FD for PE-Backed Businesses
Fractional FD for PE-Backed Businesses By Adrian Lawrence FCA — Founder, FD Capital | Fellow of the ICAEW A fractional …
Fractional CFO: Value Creation for PE Portfolio Companies
Fractional CFO: Value Creation for PE Portfolio Companies By Adrian Lawrence FCA — Founder, FD Capital | Fellow of the …
Fractional CFO for UK Tech Startups
Fractional CFO for UK Tech Startups By Adrian Lawrence FCA — Founder, FD Capital | Fellow of the ICAEW UK …
Fractional CFO for SaaS: The Complete Guide
Fractional CFO for SaaS: The Complete Guide By Adrian Lawrence FCA — Founder, FD Capital | Fellow of the ICAEW …
Directors’ Loan Accounts: Where Finance Leaders Trip Up and What HMRC Is Now Challenging
Directors’ Loan Accounts: Where Finance Leaders Trip Up and What HMRC Is Now Challenging By Adrian Lawrence, Managing Director, FD …
How Long Does an FD Search Take in London? Data from Our Last 50 Placements
By Adrian Lawrence, Managing Director, FD Capital Recruitment “How long is this going to take?” is the first question on …
Employee Ownership Trusts: The Finance Director’s Role Before, During and After Sale to an EOT
By Adrian Lawrence, Managing Director, FD Capital Recruitment Selling to an Employee Ownership Trust is no longer a niche exit …
When Should You Hire a C-Suite Executive? Key Indicators for Growing Businesses
When Should You Hire a C-Suite Executive? Key Indicators for Growing Businesses Introduction In the dynamic landscape of modern business, …
Managing Financial Change Effectively with Interim Leadership
Managing Financial Change Effectively with Interim Leadership Understanding Financial Transitions Defining Financial Transitions Financial transitions refer to significant changes in …
When Does a London Business Need a CFO or Finance Director?
When Does a London Business Need a CFO or Finance Director? Introduction In the dynamic and competitive landscape of London’s …
What Is a Section 166 Review? FCA Skilled Person Guide
What Is a Section 166 Review? FCA Skilled Person Guide Introduction to Section 166 Review Overview of the Financial Conduct …
Recruitment for FCA Regulated Firms: Hiring the Right Leaders
Recruitment for FCA Regulated Firms: Hiring the Right Leaders Introduction to FCA Compliance in Recruitment Understanding FCA Compliance The Financial …
FD Capital works closely with our clients to identify their needs, creating a close working relationship between businesses and our team of talented FDs and CFOs. Our recruitment service allows you to find the perfect candidate on either a part-time, interim or full time basis.
Our blog covers news items of interest to our clients and candidates looking for their next senior finance roles. FD Capital works closely with PE houses and specialises in helping business with their Private Equity Fund raising.
Many of our blog posts cover topics that our team gets involved with on a day to day basis, such as Corporate Finance and increasingly Financial Services as more of our clients are based in the City of London or are involved in M&A activity of some shape or form.
We curate a list of candidates that are hand selected for your company with the skills and experience you need to scale your business. Visit our how we work page to learn more about our approach.
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FD Capital was founded by Adrian Lawrence FCA, a Chartered Accountant and Fellow of the ICAEW with over 25 years of experience working with senior finance professionals, boards and business owners across the UK. He holds an ICAEW practising certificate in his own name. FD Capital has been providing Finance Director services since 2018. FD Capital is accredited by the Good Business Charter and is a recognised Living Wage Employer.
To discuss your Finance Director requirement, call 020 3287 9501 or complete the form on this page.
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