Welcome to 'How to Transform Finance' with Michael Ryan. I am the Founder of Finance Transformation Consulting and dedicated my career to helping the CFO Transform Finance with a unique blend of Consulting and ‘hands on’ experience. This Book is a series of Articles written to share my passion for Finance Transformation and the lessons learned over a 25 year career. Set against the backdrop of the Premiership Season it combines my top tips for leading Finance Transformation and Finance Shared Services programs with a human touch.
'How to Transform Finance'
The Book
- Learn the Insiders Approach
- Equipping CFO’s to Transform Finance
- The Essential Do’s & Don’ts for Success
On Team Leadership
"Set the Vision, live and breathe it every day, lead your Finance Team by example and celebrate Success so that Delivery comes naturally. Remember to get the first win on the Board quickly in the first two weeks and then watch momentum grow as the Teams motivate, challenge and even compete with each other to Transform Finance. "
On Driving Finance Transformation Success
"The bedrock of all Finance Transformation programs is the Project Baseline. It is critical to thoroughly Baseline the Organisation, Process and Technology which drives Finance. Baseline Finance within the overall context of the Business and then apply metrics. Fail to Baseline and you will not succeed as you aim to Transform Finance. Measure to Manage is the mantra by which all Finance Transformation programs are delivered."
On the Art of Finance Transformation
"The Art of Finance Transformation lies in knowing that no matter what Finance System is involved it is always about the People. You must inspire both the Finance Transformation program team and the Finance team impacted by the change. To Transform Finance successfully the true art lies in the ability to manage People, never prioritise Technology over People and Process."
Join me as I blend the FA Cup with Project Baselines, take Leadership lessons from Euro 24 and select Finance Systems with the same passion as the Man Utd first eleven. I want to spark your imagination with the vivid imagery of change and inspire you to Transform Finance with my help. If you want to achieve best in class and really enjoy the experience then this is the Book for you. I hope you enjoy it and it inspires you to take the first step and start Transforming Finance today.
