The chief financial officer’s relationship with the board is critical and requires work on both sides for mutual and corporate success.

Staying ahead of the game by taking a proactive approach to chief financial officer succession can win boards an effective transition.

Report suggests ‘fierce’ market pressures, investor activism and CEO churn affect movement of chief finance officers.

UK investors expect the chief financial officer to drive growth, while also focusing on organisational purpose.

Finance teams have a vital role to play in building sustainable businesses, and CFOs can help them step up to the challenge.

Survey also shows poor progress on diversity, with chief executive appointments being almost exclusively white and male.

The remit and responsibilities of the chief financial officer have changed, which can seem daunting for those entering the role.

The former chief financial officer of Tesco and Marks & Spencer joins the Burberry Group’s board on 1 September.

Tonge is leaving his roles as chief financial officer and chief strategy officer at M&S to join Associated British Foods, owners of Primark.

Dermot McDonogh will join the global investments company later this year from Goldman Sachs, succeeding Emily Portney.