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Does a Finance Director Need an MBA or an Accounting Qualification? Recruiting Tips .
October 12th 2026

Does a Finance Director Need an MBA or an Accounting Qualification?

For boards weighing an MBA vs accounting qualification for a Finance Director, the answer is clear. A recognised account…

ACA vs ACCA vs CIMA for Finance Director Roles, Which Qualification Matters Most? Recruiting Tips .
October 5th 2026

ACA vs ACCA vs CIMA for Finance Director Roles, Which Qualification Matters Most?

ACA vs ACCA vs CIMA makes far less difference to a Finance Director appointment than most boards assume. All three are r…

What Qualifications Should a Finance Director Have? Recruiting Tips .
September 23rd 2026

What Qualifications Should a Finance Director Have?

For businesses hiring a Finance Director, checking the qualifications of the candidate who would be responsible for hand…

How to Reference Check a Finance Director or CFO Properly? Recruiting Tips .
June 24th 2026

How to Reference Check a Finance Director or CFO Properly?

To reference check a Finance Director or CFO properly, take at least three references: a former line manager (CEO, chair…

How Should a Board Assess Finance Director or CFO Red Flags? Recruiting Tips .
June 24th 2026

How Should a Board Assess Finance Director or CFO Red Flags?

Finance Director and CFO red flags are signals across a CV, interview, or reference that warrant closer scrutiny; not au…

Due Diligence Checklist For Finance Director Or CFO Recruitment: Best Practices & Expert Tips Recruiting Tips .
June 15th 2026

Due Diligence Checklist For Finance Director Or CFO Recruitment: Best Practices & Expert Tips

Finance Director and CFO due diligence is the structured verification of a candidate's qualifications, track record, dir…