Howman & Co

How I Help

Howman & Co

I work with the CFOs of mid-sized listed
and private equity companies.

I work with the CFOs of mid-sized listed and private equity companies.

Improving finance in these businesses presents different challenges to larger organisations:

The case for change must be strong
Change needs to be done at pace, and show early results
The finance team is more directly involved in delivery

But the complexity is similar to that in large companies:

Program and project management are essential
The whole operating model must be considered - process, systems and people
Working cross-functionally and managing stakeholders is crucial

I’ve designed how I work to suit the needs of mid-sized companies. My approach is different from a typical contractor or consultant in three key ways:

01.

Leverage your team

Proven track record

I work alongside your team to find the most effective way to deliver results together.

We have helped countless businesses overcome challenges.

02.

Use proven tools and methods

Proven track record

I bring practical tools, templates, and frameworks to speed up delivery, increase transparency, and reduce rework.

We have helped countless businesses overcome challenges.

03.

Provide flexible, fractional support

Proven track record

You only pay for what you need. We can agree on the level of support required at each stage of the engagement.

We have helped countless businesses overcome challenges.

The four areas CFOs most often ask for help with:

01

Finance System Implementation

I work with your finance team, IT, and implementation partner to plan, design, build and implement your new finance system.

This includes managing the overall project – not just the technology stream but also the changes needed to how finance works, and how stakeholders will be engaged.

02

Post-Merger / Acquisition Support

Some M&A deals require significant integration work. I can lead the finance stream of the integration program, which usually includes:

Changing the finance operating model (process, systems and people)
Working with the other functions on end-to-end process changes
Engaging with stakeholders

03

Finance Function Uplift

When incremental changes aren’t enough, I help lift the finance function to meet new business expectations – especially in fast-growing or evolving companies.

This typically involves:

Reviewing how finance currently operates
Designing a fit-for-purpose future state operating model
Building a practical roadmap
Managing delivery

04

Program Delivery

Whether you’re a new CFO needing to turn around the finance function or an established CFO with a backlog of stalled projects, I can help get things moving.

These programs typically include a mix of:

Clearing audit issues
Fixing broken processes
Delivering quick wins to build confidence
Planning and delivering longer-term projects to build capability

The first step is to prioritise the work, understanding what resources are available, build the roadmap and get delivery underway.