Financial Management

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Over the last decade, the role of the Finance Director and their finance function has become increasingly important in corporate decision-making. As a result, the demands made of finance leaders have risen and look set to continue to do so.

The role of the CFO and structure of the finance department is rapidly changing in response to the increasing responsibilities in determining corporate strategy, evaluating risks and ensuring value creation. The focus on governance and financial integrity has ensured that the need for technical competence has remained paramount. However the focus placed on commercial partnership between the finance function and operational management means that a greater awareness of business acumen is required.

The search professionals of Odgers Berndtson provide a wealth of experience in assisting clients to redefine the role of their Financial Leaders and to identify and recruit the talent they need. The CFO is often seen as the Deputy to the CEO/MD, involved in operational activities and strategic and financial planning, using financial technologies for more challenging analytical tasks, and is integrally involved in driving revenue and profit growth. Finding financial executives who can deliver this, and who are compatible in experience and personality with each individual client is what Odgers Berndtson excels at.

Corporations expect more and more leadership ability in their Financial Executives. They must demonstrate experience with the dynamics of the financial markets and be innovators in that market as well. They must be a strategic planner, a problem solver and a leader. These people are not easy to find, but Odgers Berndtson's financial management experts have 30 years' experience and an exceptional track record, operating in 35 countries worldwide to deliver successful senior financial appointments across all leading industry sectors.