If you have been seriously considering setting up an ecommerce business, it is fair to say that you would have various compelling incentives to follow through with this idea. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic supercharged the online retail sector, as lockdowns saw a large number of brick-and-mortar stores temporarily closed and customers purchasing non-essential goods […]
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Taking investment is probably one of the most significant steps in any business owners journey – it’s a huge decision to take someone else’s money to help grow and in turn offer them a stake in your business. Seeking investment is a process that requires a bit of consideration and planning before diving in –
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Finances are a key element of any business, and employing the right staff to manage the company’s financial health can make a huge difference. However, hiring an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is often expensive and not always feasible for small businesses. To fill this gap, fractional CFO services have been gaining traction in recent
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This year we’ve seen big changes in several banking institutions, a volatile stock market and consistent interest rate rises from the Bank of England. In these uncertain economic times, we believe it’s more important than ever for businesses to plan ahead financially and be aware of risk. As we all know, the business world is
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The Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) and the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) are two key roles in any company. Although both of these positions hold great responsibility for a firm’s financial health, there are important differences between them. This article will explore those differences to help you determine which role is right for your organisation. It
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Working as a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is an exciting, rewarding opportunity to lead a company’s financial operations, have a major impact on the future of the business, and implement real change. Whether an internal appointment or outsourced CFO services, the CFO is responsible for overseeing the financial activities of an organisation, including budgeting, forecasting,
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Running a business in today’s economy can be challenging and complex, and the financial decisions you make can mean the difference between success – and a company that grows, thrives, and evolves – and the very real risk of failure. Knowing which finance role to choose for your business is essential, and can have a
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Last year, female entrepreneurship grew significantly with women starting up more businesses than ever before and yet, there are only 2000 female entrepreneurs in the UK that have raised over £1M of VC funding. Out of these 2000 female entrepreneurs is Sarah Bolt of Forth. Forth is an award-winning digital health business who are leading
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Software as a Service (SaaS) and technology businesses require heavy investment and the ability to scale. Having an outsourced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) or finance function will help to properly support the metrics needed to present to potential investors, and once you get investment, your business can begin to scale. “In the early days of
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Many entrepreneurs opt to personally fulfil their own company’s accountancy responsibilities. This is often in a bid to prevent sensitive financial information from slipping into the wrong hands or simply to preserve complete control. However, if you are currently taking this DIY accounting approach for a small business you are running, you could find that
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Citing 2021 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data, Investopedia reports that about 20% of new businesses fail within two years of opening. Meanwhile, 45% fail during the first five years, and 65% don’t make it to their tenth year. Just 25% of new businesses last at least 15 years. How can you increase your start-up’s
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