Small business finance function misconceptions are common and can lead to missed opportunities for growth. In this blog, we aim to debunk these myths and provide valuable insights into the SME finance function.

Without a clear exit plan, owners risk losing out on potential profits and leaving their employees and clients in a state of uncertainty.

What would you do you a crisis occurred within your business? Whether it’s something within or outside of your control, there are processes in place to manage crisis and mitigate it from the start. Find out mor.e

The Finance People were contacted to provide part-time Finance Director services to help Join Talent manage its exponential growth and transform its organisational structure.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is taking the world by storm, with many different industries utilising this technology to increase productivity and reduce costs. But how can AI be used in finance?

Scaling a business is a difficult but crucial step towards creating a successful business with longevity.

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?

We spoke with our client Anderman Ceramics and their part-time Finance Director from The Finance People, Ray Harrison, to discuss how The Finance People helped save money, time and resource.

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.

How important is risk management for SMEs? If you’re not a large global corporation, it can be easy to convince yourself that you dont need to prepare for risk - what’s the worst that can happen? Well…

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.

Management information is powerful. It feeds into every part of your business, from sales to marketing, from HR to IT. Are you harnessing it to it’s fullest potential?

What will 2023 hold when it comes to our business finances? With a turbulent 2021 and 2022, it can be difficult to predict. Our CEO, Anita Tweats, explores 4 SME finances predictions for 2023.

We’re not doubting the difficult times ahead, but there are some silver-linings during a recession if you are bold enough to take the opportunity. Find out how to use a recession to your business advantage.

As recession hits the world, how will it impact businesses, large and small? We’ll explore the different impacts of recession that many do not consider.

Although the UK is currently in recession, it is not too late to take the necessary steps to recession-proof your business. You know how the recession can impact your business, but what are the best ways to ensure survival during a recession?

Recessions impact everyone, from businesses to households, but SMEs and startups are perhaps the most vulnerable during this time. Find out why SMEs should take extra precaution.

How important is a risk management plan and do you really need one? We’ll explore how a risk management plan could have helped you throughout 2022 and how it can help you in the future.

What are the benefits of a great risk management plan that truly helps you feel confident and assured? Discover how a risk management plan could benefit your business.

As an SME or startup, risk management is hugely important to the success of your business. With 60% of businesses going bust within the first three years, understanding how to manage and minimise risk will help you navigate upcoming challenges and make the right decisions to maximise business growth and development.