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 to build trust, set priorities, and establish how you’ll work with the leadership team. 

Where to focus early on

From understanding the business and assessing the finance function to establishing key reporting and compliance processes, the first 100 days are about getting the fundamentals right before moving on to long-term strategy. 

Guidance from experience

 In this video, James Roach, Managing Director at Headstar, shares a framework for approaching those crucial first 100 days – including how to position yourself as a trusted partner to the CEO and leadership team, and how to make quick wins without rushing change. 

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James Roach

James Roach

Managing Director

james.roach@headstar.co.uk

James Roach

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