Howard Bryant

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ABOUT HOWARD BRYANT

I have over 30 years’ experience in business and leadership, with a strong focus on improving operational performance and strategy development, balanced with ensuring robust financial controls and proactive risk management. Previous roles have included being employed by large, international companies, and a more recent focus on SMEs, working with clients globally and locally. Being able to speak 6 languages complements my analytical and strategic work, speaking to businesses in their own local language.Throughout my career I have developed a wide range of knowledge and experience in a variety of business sectors, including:* Manufacturing/ Engineering* Construction* Logistics* FMCGRecently, I have been providing financial, strategic, systems and commercial input to SMEs, enabling them to grow and achieve their long-term goals. I work closely with business decision-makers, who are able to implement action plans and move the company forward immediately. With 25 years of ACMA post-qualification experience(CIMA), I focus on making plans a reality. I work with a Mentoring program to upskill current and future business leaders, promoting my “can do” attitude to deliver business goals. Connect with me on LinkedIn to move your business to the next level. Key Skills:*​ PROACTIVE AI-DRIVEN CFO : As a proactive and AI-driven CFO, I integrate advanced automation and predictive forecasting into core FP & A activities, translating complex data into actionable market planning and unparalleled competitive positioning.* FINANCIAL MASTERY : Forecasting, Cash Flow Management, Budgeting, Cost Control, Financial Modelling, Margin Improvement.* STRATEGIC PLANNING : Growth Strategy, Scenario Planning, Business model evaluation, Exit Planning.* COMMUNICATION : Board and Investor Communication, Storytelling with Data, Simplifying finance for non-financial leaders.* CAPITAL RAISING & M&A : Pitch decks, Investor Due Diligence, Debt/Equity structuring.* OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY : Process Improvement, Lean, System Implementation (ERP, SaaS finance tools), Dashboard Reporting Building.* LEADERSHIP & CHANGE MANAGEMENT : Cross-functional collaboration, interim team leadership, Change Communication.* INDUSTRY SPECIALISATION : SaaS metrics (ARR, CAC, LTV), e-Commerce metrics.