Tag: CFOs
Board moves at Standard Life Aberdeen and Rolls-Royce
Sir Gerry Grimstone is to leave Standard Life Aberdeen, while it looks to recruit a tech-focused director; RELX finance chief joins Rolls-Royce as a non-executive.
Board moves at Haynes Publishing, Findel and Interserve
Haynes Publishing motors forward with boardroom changes; Findel sees a non-exec departure and appointment; and a legal specialist joins Interserve.
Board moves at Countrywide, Inchcape and Capita
Ken Hanna to leave Inchcape; Countrywide CEO goes as chair steps up until replacement found; and Capita board review sees executive depart.
Major board moves for British Land and insurance firm esure
A new but familiar figure is to take up the CFO role at British Land, while insurance firm esure’s long-serving CEO has stepped down.
Dixons Carphone CFO to join M&S as retailer steps up transformation plan
Humphrey Singer is to bring his digital know-how and transformation experience to Marks & Spencer, as the retailer looks to reduce its reliance on physical stores.
Corporates must get to grips with new accounting standards, says FRC
Clear disclosures about the effect of major new accounting standards, alongside better linkage between strategy, KPIs and remuneration, are areas under the gaze of the Financial Reporting Council.
So you want to chair an audit committee?
Chairing an audit committee is a natural progression for many non-executives. But what’s involved in stepping up to supervise the auditors and the accounts?
Shifting attitudes to risk
Research may show that FTSE risk appetite is improving, but is it translating into action?