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Discover leading insights from our finance experts at The Finance People. Use this financial advice to enhance your strategy, to overcome common financial challenges within SMEs, or to better understand key areas of finance for business.
How SMEs Can Leverage Fractional CFO Services for Growth
Learn how to unlock the potential of your SME with Fractional CFO services and benefit from expert financial guidance, cost savings, flexibility and strategic insights that can drive growth without the commitment of a full-time hire.
What Finance Role Do I Need in My Business?
The array of titles—CFO, fractional CFO, finance manager, financial controller—can be confusing. In this blog, we'll demystify these roles and guide you towards identifying the right finance expert for your business.
What Should You Look for in a Fractional CFO?
A fractional CFO offers the same expertise and services as a full-time CFO but on a part-time or project basis, making it a cost-effective solution for businesses that don't require or can't afford a full-time executive. But what exactly should you look for when considering a fractional CFO for your business? Let’s find out.
5 Hiring Mistakes to Ditch in 2024
Many businesses fall into the trap of outdated hiring practices, especially when it comes to securing top-tier financial leadership. This year, it's time to reevaluate and ditch these five common hiring mistakes.
3 Mistakes Business Owners Make When Hiring a Finance Director
There are so many benefits to hiring a Finance Director and ultimately, they’ll give you the strategy and support you need to move forward with your business. However, there are some common mistakes SME owners make when it comes to hiring for this role. Make sure you’re not making them. Read now.
The Future of Finance: How the Part-Time Model is Changing the Game
Traditionally, businesses have either hired a full-time finance director (FD) or managed with an existing finance team, including a finance manager, accountant and finance assistant - until they could afford a full-time, high-level FD. However, there is a growing trend towards hiring a part-time FD and for good reason. Read now.
The Do's and Don'ts of Hiring a Finance Director
Finding the right part-time Finance Director for your company can be a critical decision, as this individual will play a key role in managing your organisation's financial health and direction. Discover the do’s and don’ts of hiring a finance director. Read now.
What is an interim CFO and does your business need one?
In today's fast-paced, you need to stay ahead and to do so, you’ll need reliable, experienced finance guidance within your business to help you take the right next step. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about the role of the interim CFO and how they could benefit your business.
Finance Controller vs. Finance Director: What's the Difference?
What are the differences between a Financial Controller and a Finance Director? Find out how the roles differ and which one you may need for your business.
Do you need a bookkeeper or an FD?
If you’re new to being a business owner, you might not be sure what level of finance role you need. Do you need someone to manage your books and provide some reporting, or do you need strategic guidance? Find out.
Top 5 Advantages of Hiring a Part-Time FD
What are the advantages of hiring a part-time FD, compared to a full-time FD? Of course, the cost savings immediately spring to mind, but what else? Find out the top five advantages…
Part-Time CFO: How to Find the Right Person for the Job
Your Chief Financial Officer will have a huge impact on the way you run your business and how far you can go. They will look at everything from your cash flow to your profitability and your exit plan. They’ll even control your budgets between departments. Their role is a big one - so how can you ensure you hire the right person?
5 Reasons to Outsource Your Finance Functions
The demand to outsource finance functions is increasing in the UK across businesses of all sizes, allowing business owners to focus resources elsewhere. Take a look at what we mean by outsourcing finance functions and five reasons why it is a fantastic option for your business.
Do you need a finance manager or a financial controller?
The two titles sound similar and you may not be sure which role you need in your business. In this article we’ll explore the differences between the roles to help you understand who you might need to hire for your next steps. Read now.
5 Tell-Tale Signs You Need a Part-Time FD
For many smaller businesses, hiring an expert Financial Director (FD) can seem out of reach. Many view FDs as being out of budget, particularly if they have the level of experience desired. However, the part-time FD model is alive and thriving. Discover the signs you should hire a part-time FD.
7 Top Tips for Hiring a Finance Director
What should you be looking for when hiring a Finance Director? Discover Anita’s 7 top tips for finding the perfect individual for your business.