Grant Thornton UK introduces tailored advisory service

Core Insights - Grant Thornton UK has launched a new service called CFO Solutions, aimed at providing tailored advice to finance leaders [1] - The service is structured around the CFO Scorecard, focusing on four key elements of the CFO role: value creation, stakeholder management, operational delivery, and business protection [2] Service Structure - CFO Solutions is designed to address high-priority areas identified by CFOs, including forecasting, talent development, ESG reporting, and AI adoption, as highlighted in the Finance Leaders Barometer [3] - The service is adaptable for finance leaders across various industries and company sizes, divided into five stages: assess, design, fix, run, and connect [3] Stages of CFO Solutions - The "assess" stage identifies obstacles limiting finance function performance and efficiency [4] - The "design" phase focuses on developing practical solutions collaboratively [4] - The "fix" stage emphasizes implementing these solutions alongside internal finance teams for quick visible improvements [4] - The "run" phase involves direct support in daily finance activities, including outsourcing and resource capacity [5] - The final "connect" stage offers insights, events, and networking opportunities for CFOs [5] Leadership and Expertise - Sarah Hughes has been appointed as the key delivery lead for CFO Solutions, bringing over 20 years of experience from KPMG in advising on transactions, business decisions, and regulatory changes [6]