Seeking investment is a major milestone for any business. However, it can quickly become stressful and overwhelming for everyone involved without the proper preparation. Lack of preparation can also mean an increased risk of being rejected by investors, resulting in a considerable waste of time and effort. The problem for many business owners is knowing where to start when it comes to investor readiness. Before you jump headfirst into the … Continue reading
Posted in Fundraising & Investment | Tagged business funding | Leave a commentGrant funding in the UK and Europe is evolving, and businesses need to take a strategic approach to secure funding. Therefore, we are excited to invite you to our upcoming iFD Community event. This event is designed for finance professionals, business leaders and entrepreneurs seeking valuable insights on navigating today’s competitive funding landscape. Learn how to successfully apply for grants, avoid common pitfalls and identify the best funding opportunities. GRANT … Continue reading
Posted in iFD Community | Tagged European Grants, Fractional CFOs, Grant Applications, grants, iFD, ifd community, iFinanceDirector, Smart Grants, UK Business Grants, UK Grants | Leave a commentIn today’s data-driven world, CFOs and business leaders find themselves focusing on more and more things that would traditionally sit outside of their roles. From customer data to operational metrics, the sheer volume of data can be overwhelming. For many, the challenge is not just about collecting the right data; it is making sense of it. That is why we are seeing more and more financial professionals turn to analysis … Continue reading
Posted in Management Reporting | Tagged data cube | Leave a commentIsosceles Finance is delighted to announce a new strategic partnership with Northern Gritstone, a leading tech investor in the north of England. As a provider of choice for Northern Gritstone’s portfolio companies, Isosceles Finance will deliver tailored fractional CFO, accounting, HR and Payroll services to support ambitious growing businesses. Northern Gritstone’s mission aligns with Isosceles Finance’s proven expertise and experience in scaling high-growth companies. Aligning Shared Visions for Growth Northern … Continue reading
Posted in Isosceles News | Tagged Accounting and Payroll Solutions, Business Support in the North, Driving growth in the Northern business ecosystem, Finance Solutions for Startups, Financial Expertise, Financial expertise for innovative businesses, Financial Planning and Analysis, Fractional CFO services for high-growth businesses, Fractional Finance Director Services, Fractional Finance Services, High-Growth Companies, HR and Payroll Services, Innovation in Science and Technology, Investment in the North, Investor-Ready Business Support, Isosceles Finance, Isosceles Finance and Northern Gritstone Partnership, Northern Business Ecosystem, Northern Gritstone, Scalable solutions for ambitious businesses, Scaling Businesses, Strategic Financial Leadership for Startups, Strategic financial leadership in Northern England, Strategic Partnership, Streamlining Financial Operations, Supporting Business Growth, Supporting science and tech startups in the North, Tailored payroll and HR solutions for startups, UK University Spinouts | Leave a commentHow can private equity investors gain deeper, actionable insights into a company’s financial health? In the dynamic world of private equity, the demand for data-driven analysis continues to accelerate. Investors need deeper, multi-dimensional insights into financial metrics to drive informed decisions, streamline due diligence and enhance exit strategies. This is where the data cube comes in; it stands out as a specialised tool that enables business owners to gain a … Continue reading
Posted in For PE/VC Firms | Tagged Actionable Insights for PE Investors, data cube, data cube in private equity, Data-Driven Decision Making in PE, Datacube Applications in Private Equity, Datacube Financial Analysis, Enhancing Due Diligence with Datacube, Exit Strategies in Private Equity, Financial Health in Private Equity, Multi-Dimensional Financial Metrics, Private Equity Data Tools, Private Equity Insights | Leave a commentWe are delighted to announce our next iFD event focusing on tax planning in the post-Budget world. This timely discussion will take place after the much-anticipated 30th October Budget announcement and will feature insights from a leading expert in the field of tax, Andrew Wilson, Head of Tax at Dains Accountants. ABOUT THE EVENT Date and Time: Date: Friday 15th November Time: 1pm-2pm Location: Microsoft Teams WHAT TO EXPECT … Continue reading
Posted in iFD Community | Tagged Andrew Wilson, Budget Impact on Taxes, Business Tax Planning, corporate finance, Corporate Tax, Corporate Tax Partner, Dains Accountants, Financial Planning, iFD, ifd community, Isosceles Finance, Post-Budget Tax Strategies, Tax Advisory, Tax Compliance, Tax Efficiency, Tax Planning, UK Budget 2024, UK Tax Laws | Leave a commentAs the UK braces for the 2024 Autumn Budget on 30 October, a growing number of fractional CFOs within the iFD Community have expressed concerns about the future of Labour’s tax policy and its impact on businesses as they attempt to fill a £22 billion ‘black hole’ in the nation’s finances. With economic uncertainty, tax changes remain the number one issue on the minds of these senior finance leaders. … Continue reading
Posted in iFD Community | Tagged Autumn Budget 2024, Budget impact, Business finance, CFO concerns, Economic outlook, Financial leadership, Financial strategy, Fractional CFO, iFD, ifd community, Isosceles Finance, Small business finance, Tax Planning | Leave a commentWe are announcing today that, after nearly 25 years of leading Isosceles, Mike O’Connell has decided to take a break to pursue interests outside of running the business. The strength of the business is a great testament to Mike’s leadership and we wish him luck with his interesting projects. Greg Eaton will take over as Managing Director having worked closely with Mike for the last 8 years. Greg has played … Continue reading
Posted in Isosceles News | Tagged Dains, Dains Accountants, Dains Group of Companies, Greg Eaton, iFD, Isosceles Finance, Isosceles Finance News, mike o'connell, Richard McNeilly | Leave a commentFemale CFOs are no longer the rarity they once were. The inspiring journeys of female CFOs are marked by determination, resilience and unmatched leadership skills. As they navigate the traditionally male-dominated realm of finance, female CFOs inspire others to dream big and challenge stereotypes. Their success shatters glass ceilings and sets a powerful example of what women can achieve in the corporate landscape. During this special event, we asked … Continue reading
Posted in iFD Community | Tagged Breaking barriers, Corporate leadership, Empowering women, Female CFOs, Female leaders, Finance industry, Finance leadership, Financial executives, Gender equality in finance, Inspirational journeys, Leadership skills, Resilient women, Women empowerment, Women in business, Women in finance | Leave a commentWe are thrilled to announce that our next iFD event will be a virtual roundtable discussion focussing on ‘Life as a Female Finance Director.’ About the Event Date and Time: Date: Friday, 7th June 2024 Time: 1:00 PM BST Platform: Location: Microsoft Teams (Registration link) What to Expect ‘Life as a Female Finance Director’ is an exclusive iFD event designed to inspire, educate and empower women in finance. It will bring together a panel … Continue reading
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