The Strategic Stewardship: A Day in the Life of a CFO
A Day in the Life of a CFO In the labyrinthine landscape of corporate governance, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) assumes a role of paramount importance. Beyond the realm of number-crunching and financial wizardry, a CFO’s daily duties extend into the heart of strategic decision-making, …
The Future of the CFO – From Bean Counter to Business Leader
The Future of the CFO – From Bean Counter to Business Leader The role of CFO is virtually recognisable since the start of the 2000s. These c-suite executives have evolved from backroom bean counters to tomorrow’s business leaders. It’s an evolution that’s been turbo-charged by …
Finding a CFO That Can Help Raise Funding for My Business
Finding a CFO That Can Help Raise Funding for My Business CFOs are fundraising wizards. They have the soft skills and network to connect companies with fundraising opportunities across the industry, from debt refinancing with high-street banks to securing venture capital funding. Many start-ups and …
The Path to a London IPO for the CFO
The Path to a London IPO for the CFO An initial public offering (IPO) is a significant event in the life of a company and requires careful planning and preparation to ensure its success. As a CFO, here are some things you should know before …
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 …
A Founder’s Guide to Selecting a CFO
A Founder’s Guide to Selecting a CFO Selecting a CFO is a challenge every founder will face as their company begins to grow. The role of CFO has evolved beyond number-crunching and spreadsheets to take on greater strategic and operational importance. Today’s CFOs are being …
How to become a successful CFO
How to become a successful CFO Becoming a successful CFO (Chief Financial Officer) requires a combination of education, experience, and personal qualities. Here are some steps you can take to increase your chances of becoming a successful CFO: Education and qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in …
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 …
