Finance Leadership Blog

Really pleased to release another Podcast Episode, with this one having a focus on a Fractional CFO and how it fits in to a Finance Function. In this episode, I talk to Bhairav Patel from Atom CTO...

I am currently working with 3 clients whereby cash is going to get a little tight over the next couple of months as they're in middle of their fundraise.

Sometimes cash flow can get a bit tight,...

The finance function and the many internal reporting requirements or KPI calculations can often become a bottleneck due to outdated or manual processes that consume excessive time and resources.

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Have you ever had a problem with over promising and under delivering? 

Do you just want to help people, you keep telling everyone, "Oh yes, I can do that for you!" 

Then low and behold,...

Have one set of numbers is the dream, isn't it?!

I don't think I have ever started working with a start-up or scale-up that doesn't have issues with this topic.  And it generally sits with the...

Every six months, we review and update the Finance Tech stack and Finance software recommendations.

The last update we did was back in September 2023 and so we're back.  

There have been...

The role of finance extends far beyond traditional bookkeeping and number-crunching.

It's about building robust partnerships across the organisation, positioning finance professionals as...

In the fast-paced world of start-ups and scale-ups, where distractions abound and the to-do list never seems to shrink, the Pomodoro Technique offers a way to help with your focus...

Working in a start-up or fast-growth business is a whirlwind experience. The pace is exhilarating, but it can often lead to a workday that feels more reactive than proactive. It's all too easy to...

Building an in-house legal function is often low on the list of priorities for scaling companies
as there are usually more pressing demands on their budget and resources. 

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Becoming a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is as much about cultivating your mindset as it is about upskilling and improving your professional capabilities.

It’s a common misconception that...