Bigger fish to fry

Article Abstract:

Kingfisher plc is in the retail business involving home improvement, electrical, and general merchandise. Finance director Helen Weir says that her role is more than just being a company bean-counter but also to be a part of the long-term strategy team.

United Kingdom, Retail Store Chains, Management, Retail industry, Retail trade, Kingfisher PLC, Chain stores, Weir, Helen

Scouting for scalps

Article Abstract:

Widespread use of executive search firms is being made in the UK in 2000, as companies need to recruit of top executives, and do not have the time or resources to deal with it themselves.

Usage, Recruiting, Executives, Executive search firms, Executive recruiting

It doesn't add up: Increasingly, companies are recruiting CFO's without formal accountancy qualifications

Article Abstract:

The role of the chief finance officer (CFO) is examined in the light of growing trends towards CFOs without formal qualifications.

Chief financial officers, Vocational guidance