The Consultancy Group were excited to host our second AI in Finance Roundtable for CFO’s and Finance Director from across industry last week in the city. CFOs are under increasing pressure to make AI deliver results, but with expectations often sky-high and guidance often thin, many finance teams haven’t moved past pilots or hype. Barriers […]
Few finance leaders have successfully spanned the worlds of media, consultancy, and global finance with the same adaptability as Chris Waters. From early career foundations at Ernst & Young to leadership roles at Sony Music, Omnicom, and Ogilvy, Chris has built a career defined by bold transitions, strategic decision-making, and resilience in the face of […]
Jade Briaux's road to leadership has been defined by determination, adaptability, and an unrelenting drive to grow. Her story is one of purpose and perseverance, shaped by strategic career choices and a passion for redefining the role of finance in modern organisations. We spoke with Jade to explore her career journey, her approach to leadership, […]
The role of the CFO has changed a lot over the past 10 years. They are no longer just financial gatekeepers. Now, they are key players in driving business transformation. According to a study by McKinsey, companies where CFOs play a leading role in transformation are twice as likely to see successful outcomes. This change […]
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The Consultancy Group have partnered with a Global Business Services organisation who are looking to recruit a Director of Financial Reporting to join their Senior Leadership team. As Director of Financial Reporting, this role will report into the CFO and will own the delivery of financial management, assurance, and advice to the region in this […]
My client is a leading, fast-growth, Media and Events Business currently looking for an energetic, hands-on, Divisional head of finance. The ideal candidate will have experience with managing and analysing large data sets. Contract: 3-6 months Responsibilities: Forecasting/modelling Managing large data sets, creating data visualisations Month-end Business Partnering with Senior Heads Requirements: ACA/ACCA/CIMA (Fully Qualified) Excel […]
The Consultancy Group have partnered with a Global Technology firm based in London on a Commercial Finance Business Partner opportunity. This role suits someone looking to balance detailed accounting knowledge and financial discipline with a broader more commercial focus. A great opportunity to be part of the Commercial Finance team as a Finance Business Partner […]
The Consultancy Group has partnered with Female-founded M&A Deal Advisory firm who is expanding their high impact Pre-deal Financial Due Diligence team! The role is entering a high-volume M&A Team who work with Private Equity & Corporate clients on complex transaction from both a Buy & Sell side perspective. Responsibilities: Provide clients with reliable financial […]
The Consultancy Group are working with a high growth, fast paced Tech business based in Central London. As Group Financial Controller, you’ll play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial health of the business. You’ll manage day-to-day financial operations, lead the annual group audit, monitor global cash flow, and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. What You'll Do Manage and support a team of three (two Senior Management Accountants and a Finance Assistant), overseeing workloads, development, and performance. Lead the Group’s annual audit, including the soft close (Jan–Mar), minimizing post-year-end adjustments, and coordinating deliverables across departments. Review and ensure accuracy of monthly and quarterly management accounts and consolidated financial statements. Drive financial insight and performance analysis in collaboration with the FP&A team. Partner with Accounts Payable, Receivable, Tax, Payroll, and other teams to ensure completeness and accuracy of month-end reporting. Ensure compliance with the group’s platform capitalisation policy, working closely with Product, Engineering, and Data teams. Prepare financial reports for the Board and Executive team. About you ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 5 years PQE in a similar role. Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly FRS 102. Proven experience leading audits and preparing consolidated financial statements. Advanced Excel skills.
My client is a well-known, Global Consumer business looking for a Financial Accountant on an interim basis. The ideal candidate will have strong systems experience, as well as prior exposure to finance transformation. Requirements: Exp with S4 HANA Exp with SAP Business Warehouse/Business Objects Exp working within a D2C Business ACA/ACCA/CIMA (Fully Qualified) If you […]
Having established the critical importance of the modern Finance Business Partner (FBP) in our previous discussion, we now arrive at the central challenge facing every hiring manager: "Why are these professionals so difficult to find and hire?" The answer lies in a perfect storm of market forces—a talent paradox where the demand for this specific […]
Peter Beard is a qualified accountant who became an AI evangelist after gaining access to ChatGPT just six days after its public launch. With over five years at EY, where he joined the exclusive global AI research group (120 of 400,000 staff), Peter now runs GenFinance.AI, helping CFOs and Finance Directors navigate AI adoption. Recently […]
As a recruiter immersed in the finance and accounting landscape, I hear a consistent refrain from hiring managers, particularly in dynamic sectors like Technology, Fintech, and Retail: the bar for commercial finance professionals is rising at an unprecedented rate. The days of the "Excel-only" number cruncher, siloed in the back office and focused purely on […]
As AI transforms the role of Finance, a growing skills divide is threatening progress. A recent study of over 2,500 respondents in the US and UK reveals a stark truth: AI confidence drops dramatically from students to seasoned finance professionals. And the industry may not be ready for what comes next. A Generation Raised on […]
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are always complex, but 2025 presents even greater internal finance challenges. With evolving regulations, geopolitical instability, technological advances, and economic uncertainties, internal finance teams must be more prepared than ever to navigate the pressures that come with M&A deals. Please note: The Consultancy Group is currently recruiting for two Finance M&A […]
Ananya Sengupta deeply understands the nuances of global M&A, private equity, and financial leadership. Having built a distinguished career spanning Africa, India, and beyond, Ananya has a wealth of knowledge in corporate finance, M&A, and strategic leadership. We sat down with Ananya for a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities within emerging markets, the […]
