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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No matter how proudly independent you are in coordinating your business’s direction and growth, there will almost certainly be times when you feel the need to seek the advice of someone else – potentially someone completely outside of your company. Even the most successful companies seek out external individuals to give them help and advice
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How to create the ultimate business plan. Where to start, what to include and how to follow it.
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We’ve provided a summary of the latest Government advice for businesses on COVID-19.
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How to find your way around the investor market place – including tips on who to pitch to and when.
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