Five Things Fintech FCs Know About PSR Safeguarding
There is a specific moment in most fintech FC interviews when a commercial FC candidate — experienced, articulate, technically strong — starts to lose the brief. It is not usually the question about VC board packs. It is not the IFRS 15 SaaS revenue recognition …
How to Brief a Senior Finance Search That Completes First Time
The single most consistent predictor of whether a senior finance search completes successfully is not the strength of the candidate market, the seniority of the role or the budget available. It is the quality of the brief. A well-constructed brief — specific about scope, accurate …
ACA vs ACCA vs CIMA: Which Qualification for In-House Finance?
The question of whether to pursue the ACA, the ACCA or the CIMA qualification is one that most finance students face at the beginning of their training, with limited information about which qualification will matter most to employers in the in-house finance roles they are …
What to Pay Your Financial Controller in 2026: An Employer Guide
The most common Financial Controller search failure in the UK mid-market is not a failure to find the right candidate. It is a failure to price the role correctly before going to market. The business that sets the FC salary at the right market rate …
Finance Business Partner vs Management Accountant: Which Path?
“Finance Business Partner vs Management Accountant” is one of the most-searched career questions in UK qualified finance, and one of the least satisfactorily answered. Most responses describe the FBP as “more forward-looking” and the Management Accountant as “more historical”, and leave it at that. That …
The True Cost of a Bad Executive Hire (And How to Avoid It)
The True Cost of a Bad Executive Hire (And How to Avoid It) Understanding the Stakes The High Cost of Executive Turnover Executive turnover can be a costly affair for any organization. The financial implications extend beyond the immediate expenses of recruitment and severance packages. …
Should NEDs Be Term-Limited? The Case For and Against
Should NEDs Be Term-Limited? The Case For and Against Introduction Overview of Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) in Corporate Governance Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) play a pivotal role in the landscape of corporate governance. Unlike executive directors, NEDs are not involved in the day-to-day operations of a company. …
How NEDs Can Improve Risk Oversight in Uncertain Times
How NEDs Can Improve Risk Oversight in Uncertain Times The Importance of Risk Oversight in Uncertain Times Understanding the Current Landscape In today’s rapidly evolving global environment, organizations face a myriad of challenges that can significantly impact their operations and strategic objectives. Economic volatility, geopolitical …
Why Boards Are Seeking NEDs with Crisis Management Skills
Why Boards Are Seeking NEDs with Crisis Management Skills The Evolving Role of NEDs in Modern Governance Historical Context of NEDs Non-Executive Directors (NEDs) have traditionally played a crucial role in corporate governance, primarily serving as independent overseers who provide strategic guidance and ensure accountability. …
The Growth of Part-Time, Project-Based NED Roles
The Growth of Part-Time, Project-Based NED Roles Introduction In recent years, the landscape of corporate governance has undergone a significant transformation, driven by the increasing prevalence of part-time, project-based Non-Executive Director (NED) roles. This shift reflects broader changes in the business environment, where agility, flexibility, …
