Alison Burrows Gmbpss

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ABOUT ALISON BURROWS GMBPSS

I provide fractional CFO support to ambitious, purpose-led organisations that need clarity, control, and commercial confidence — without the cost of a full-time CFO.With over 20 years in finance, including as CFO of a £100m+ services business, I now work with scaling companies and independent schools as a trusted strategic finance partner. From cashflow and forecasting to board reporting and financial decision-making, I help leaders get a firm grip on the numbers, the risks, and the road ahead.Whether you\'re growing fast, facing tough choices, or simply need stronger financial oversight, I offer senior-level support that’s pragmatic, calm, and commercially sharp.Organisations work with me when they: Need financial clarity and control during growth or change Want strategic thinking, not just spreadsheets Face funding, cashflow or performance pressure🧩 Need help translating numbers into action🧠 Want sharp leadership and better informed board-level decisionsAlongside my consultancy work, I also coach senior leaders. My coaching offers the space to think, the challenge to grow, and the tools to lead with confidence. I work with clients on decision-making, imposter syndrome, team dynamics, and strategic leadership — combining commercial acumen with a deep understanding of psychology and behaviour.Leaders come to me when they: Feel overwhelmed by constant demands and high-stakes decisions Want to improve their leadership presence and influence at board level🤯 Struggle with imposter syndrome or self-doubt despite their success🤝 Need to navigate complex stakeholder relationships or team dynamics Are stepping into a new leadership role and want to hit the ground running🧠 Want to sharpen their strategic thinking and problem-solving skills Feel stuck in their career and need clarity on their next move Need to make better, faster decisions with more confidenceIf you need someone who can step into a finance leadership role quickly, bring perspective without panic, and get things moving — I’d be happy to talk.