How to Build a Fractional CFO Career
Many finance professionals are increasingly exploring the option of building a portfolio career as a Fractional CFO (sometimes referred to …
What’s the Difference Between an FD and an FC?
It’s a question we’re often asked. There’s clearly some crossover between what a Finance Director (FD) does and what a …
What Does a Finance Director Actually Do?
This is a common question – especially from experienced finance professionals stepping up. Over the years, the Headstar team has …
What Does a Good FD Look Like
So, what does a good finance director (FD) actually look like? Yes of course they control the budget, they look …
How Do I Become a Finance Director?
A lot of people ask us what they need to do next in their career to one day become a …
What’s the Difference Between an FD and a CFO?
Let’s get straight to the point – there’s no real difference. The titles Finance Director (FD) and Chief Financial Officer …
The First 100 Days as a New CFO
The first few months in a CFO role can set the tone for everything that follows. It’s the perfect time …
How to Recruit a Turnaround Finance Director
When your business hits financial headwinds a Finance Director who specialises in turnaround can get you back on track. But …
The FD and CFO First 100 Days Checklist: Free Download Now Available
Starting a new role as a Finance Director or CFO comes with big expectations and the first 100 days are …
How to build a Portfolio FD Career
Are you considering a Portfolio Finance Director (FD) career? This path offers huge flexibility and great earning potential, but comes …