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🎯 Looking for a Finance Superhero? 🎯 🚨 Year-end chaos looming? Projects piling up faster than your email inbox? Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! 💼🦸♂️ Our Interim Finance Professionals are like the secret weapon you never knew you needed. They swoop in when you’re swamped, handle year-end headaches, and finish those daunting projects like they have a magic wand (or just really strong Excel skills). 📊✨ Think of them as your quick-fix financial ninja—solving problems, slashing deadlines, and keeping the auditors happy, all without stealing your last cup of coffee. ☕💥 Don’t stress. Bring in the pros. 🏆 Who you need to know 👇🏻 Richard Bruce - Senior Finance / Projects / Statement of Work Chris Kelly - Qualified Finance assignments (Glasgow & the West) Maria Stathopoulou - Operational Finance assignments (Edinburgh & the East) Alex Moore - Operational Finance assignments (Glasgow & the West)

What’s the difference between a Bookkeeper, Financial Controller and a CFO? Ever wondered how these financial roles differ and why they’re crucial for your business? Let's break it down! 👇🏻 🔍 Bookkeeper: The diligent record-keeper. They handle day-to-day financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Think of them as the foundation builders of your financial data. 🏦 Financial Controller: The strategic overseer. They manage accounting operations, create financial reports, and ensure internal controls are in place. They bridge the gap between data and strategy. 💼 CFO: The financial visionary. They shape the financial future of your company, making high-stakes decisions and driving growth. They're your financial strategist and advisor. Ready to dive deeper? Swipe to see how each role supports and complements the other, and why having all three can power up your business success. 🚀 #Finance #BusinessGrowth

What is a fractional Finance Director? In today’s fast-paced business world, companies—especially SMEs—increasingly turn to fractional finance directors to steer their financial strategies. But what exactly does that mean? Our Fractional Finance Directors are experienced finance professional who works with your business on a part-time, contract, or project basis. Instead of committing to a full-time role, they provide the expertise and strategic insights you need without the overhead of a permanent position. It’s a cost-effective solution that brings top-tier financial leadership within reach for businesses of all sizes. Our fractional finance directors bring skills in with everything from Financial Planning to System and Process Improvement, helping your business to grow and flourish. To find out more about how we can help your business, get in touch!

What is a fractional Finance Director? In today’s fast-paced business world, companies—especially SMEs—increasingly turn to fractional finance directors to steer their financial strategies. But what exactly does that mean? Our Fractional Finance Directors are experienced finance professional who works with your business on a part-time, contract, or project basis. Instead of committing to a full-time role, they provide the expertise and strategic insights you need without the overhead of a permanent position. It’s a cost-effective solution that brings top-tier financial leadership within reach for businesses of all sizes. Our fractional finance directors bring skills in with everything from Financial Planning to System and Process Improvement, helping your business to grow and flourish. To find out more about how we can help your business, get in touch!

Love this ❤️👍 Imagine trying to use a sword to chop vegetables or a kitchen knife in battle. Both tools serve their purpose — but only in the right context. The same principle applies to Finance roles. 🛡️ **Your CFO** is there to drive *strategy*. They’re focused on the big picture: guiding long-term decisions, optimizing resources, and ensuring the company’s financial health aligns with its goals. 📊 **Your Financial Analyst** brings *precision to projections*. They transform data into insight, helping predict future trends and shaping actionable forecasts that fuel strategic choices. 🔍 **Your Accountant** holds *accuracy in reconciliations*. They ensure the numbers are aligned, keeping financial records clean, compliant, and prepared for reporting. Each role has unique expertise and value. When a team is structured with clear responsibilities and each member brings their competence to the table, it creates resilience and agility, allowing businesses to make informed, timely decisions. Embrace the strengths each role brings — because the right person, in the right role, makes all the difference. #Finance #CFO #FinancialAnalyst #Accountant #RoleClarity #FinanceTeam #Competence #BusinessStrategy #SegregationOfDuties #FinancialLeadership

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗮 𝗖𝗙𝗢/ 𝗙𝗗 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗼? (𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗮 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿) A good question and determined by the size of the organisation. In SMEs, the existing finance team and use of external accountants covers transactional postings, management reporting, tax filings and compliance. The Finance Director in this case will be much more hands on 👋 covering a number of roles: • Director of Financial Reporting • Director/ Head of Financial Planning & Analysis • Finance Director • Chief Financial Officer • Financial Controller In large corporates you might have an FD reporting into a CFO • With separate Financial Reporting and FPA roles (Directors or Heads of) • With Finance Managers and Controllers in place • Followed by separate Credit Control and Purchase ledger teams Here the CFO will rely on these Finance Team Members to ensure accurate information. They will focus on the company's financial future, strategy, working with other members of the C-Suite and the outside world relationships. A Fractional Finance Director is going to be working in SMEs. A Fractional Finance Director will therefore be covering a multitude of areas and gaps (initially) 👉 Identifying where the finance team needs to be strengthened 👉 Bringing in Finance Manager or Controller where applicable 👉 To add value, analysis and insight for the business to make better decisions. Their involvement in Strategy will clearly be different to that of a CFO in a large organisation who probably hasn’t posted a journal in 20 years. Strategy for me would be a voice at Board Meetings and discussions with Owners/ Directors to visualise and create an end goal. 🚀 👉 Providing financial models and scenarios to support this for the business and shareholders. 👉 Aligning and communicating these goals across all departments 👉 Implementing financial and operational KPIs 👉 Identify other areas for development and measurable milestones to be tracked over time. 👉 Regular review of these milestones and plans 👉 Adjusting plans accordingly based on success and execution of the original plans. Plus, the little matter of raising any finance and funding along the way to support the goals. #WhatDoWeDo #FractionalFinanceDirector #CFO #FD #SME

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝗮 𝗖𝗙𝗢/ 𝗙𝗗 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗱𝗼? (𝗔𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗮 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿) A good question and determined by the size of the organisation. In SMEs, the existing finance team and use of external accountants covers transactional postings, management reporting, tax filings and compliance. The Finance Director in this case will be much more hands on 👋 covering a number of roles: • Director of Financial Reporting • Director/ Head of Financial Planning & Analysis • Finance Director • Chief Financial Officer • Financial Controller In large corporates you might have an FD reporting into a CFO • With separate Financial Reporting and FPA roles (Directors or Heads of) • With Finance Managers and Controllers in place • Followed by separate Credit Control and Purchase ledger teams Here the CFO will rely on these Finance Team Members to ensure accurate information. They will focus on the company's financial future, strategy, working with other members of the C-Suite and the outside world relationships. A Fractional Finance Director is going to be working in SMEs. A Fractional Finance Director will therefore be covering a multitude of areas and gaps (initially) 👉 Identifying where the finance team needs to be strengthened 👉 Bringing in Finance Manager or Controller where applicable 👉 To add value, analysis and insight for the business to make better decisions. Their involvement in Strategy will clearly be different to that of a CFO in a large organisation who probably hasn’t posted a journal in 20 years. Strategy for me would be a voice at Board Meetings and discussions with Owners/ Directors to visualise and create an end goal. 🚀 👉 Providing financial models and scenarios to support this for the business and shareholders. 👉 Aligning and communicating these goals across all departments 👉 Implementing financial and operational KPIs 👉 Identify other areas for development and measurable milestones to be tracked over time. 👉 Regular review of these milestones and plans 👉 Adjusting plans accordingly based on success and execution of the original plans. Plus, the little matter of raising any finance and funding along the way to support the goals. #WhatDoWeDo #FractionalFinanceDirector #CFO #FD #SME

Aublet Chartered Accountant services include a Virtual Finance Director. A remote financial professional who provides strategic guidance to companies on a part-time basis. Includes financial planning, cash flow management, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, optimising financial systems and processes. A Virtual FD offers valuable financial expertise without employing a full-time finance director. #financialplanning #cashflowmanagement #budgeting #financedirector #aubletcharteredaccountants #SMEaccountancy #smallbusiness #accountingadvice #businessaccountant

Exciting News: We’re Now Offering a Virtual Finance Director Service! 🌟 Imagine having access to a highly experienced Finance Director—without the full-time cost! Our Virtual Finance Director (FD) service is here to provide your business with: ✅ Strategic Financial Leadership tailored to your goals ✅ Cost-Effective Expertise at a fraction of the price of a full-time hire ✅ Flexible Support when and where you need it From budgeting and forecasting to risk management and compliance, our Virtual FD service ensures your finances are in top shape, allowing you to focus on growing your business. 💡 Why Choose a Virtual FD? ✅ Save time and resources with streamlined financial processes ✅ Gain valuable insights to make smarter financial decisions ✅Scale support to meet your business’s unique needs Ready to take your financial strategy to the next level?  Contact us today at 0151 334 2444 to learn more about how we can support your business growth. https://lnkd.in/egh6p_PE #NewService #VirtualFinanceDirector #BusinessGrowth #StrategicFinance #CostEffectiveSolutions