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Life as an independent adviser and consultant

Case studies and interviews with independent advisers and consultants illustrating the challenges and achievements of working in accountancy. This section also includes data on salary and industry norms within the sector.

An interim career - why it's for me

Mary Douglas shares how she became an interim executive, the challenges and the skills needed.

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An interim career - why it's for me

In this article Mary Douglas shares with us how she became an interim executive, why she loves it, the challenges and the critical skills and qualities to be successful.

Business case studies

Aimed at circumstances faced by members in business.

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Business partnering

Interim finance managers face particular challenges when working with business managers.

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Interim finance at a community enterprise

Neil Trup recounts his year at a high profile community enterprise group.

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A community enterprise case study

Neal Trup’s 40-day assignment was spread over a 12-month period at an established and high profile community enterprise group - a charity and three trading companies.

Practice case studies

Aimed at circumstances faced by members in practice.

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Practice case studies

These interactive case studies are aimed at members and students working in public practice. They provide examples of ethical issues in the workplace and include guidance on how to resolve them.

The Inbetweeners: life as an interim FD - part one

Two financial directors tell us why they chose a portfolio career.

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The Inbetweeners: life as an interim FD – part one

The ‘portfolio career’, whether classic project-based interim work, short-term cover, or part-time assignments, is becoming increasingly popular among senior finance executives. In this first part by Christian Doherty two financial directors tell us why they went against the grain.

The Inbetweeners: life as an interim FD - part two

Two more finance directors explain why they have decided to follow a portfolio career.

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Life as an interim FD – part two

The ‘portfolio career’, whether classic project-based interim work, short-term cover, or part-time assignments, is becoming increasingly popular among senior finance executives. In this second part by Christian Doherty two more financial directors tell us why they went against the grain.

Top 6 tips for starting an independent career

Advice for starting off on your portfolio careers journey.

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