The 90-Day Finance Director: The Definitive Guide to Your First 90 Days as a Finance Director

The 90-Day Finance Director: A Step-by-Step Guide to Achieving Financial Leadership Success
Unlock Your Potential as a Strategic Finance Leader
Taking on the role of a Finance Director is a significant challenge, but also a unique opportunity to make a substantial impact. The 90-Day Finance Director is your essential guide to navigating this crucial period with confidence and clarity. Whether you are stepping into this role for the first time or transitioning from another leadership position, this book provides a comprehensive, action-oriented roadmap to help you thrive in your first three months.
Drawing on the principles from Michael D. Watkins’ best-selling The First 90 Days and tailoring them specifically for the finance function, this book breaks down each phase of your journey into clear, actionable steps that cover every aspect of financial leadership:

• Understand the Business Landscape: Quickly assess the company’s financial health, identify key drivers of performance, and align with the strategic vision.
• Build Strong Relationships: Engage effectively with the CEO, Board, and senior leaders, and foster a culture of financial accountability and collaboration across all departments.
• Set a Strategic Direction: Develop a robust finance strategy that supports the company’s growth, manages risks, and optimizes resources.
• Drive Immediate Impact: Execute high-impact quick wins that demonstrate value early on while laying the groundwork for long-term initiatives.
• Manage Change Effectively: Lead the organization through financial and cultural changes with a structured change management plan that ensures buy-in and sustained adoption.

What You Will Gain:

• A Day-by-Day Action Plan to keep you focused, organized, and proactive in driving results.
• Proven Tools and Frameworks for financial analysis, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, and change management.
• Insights from a Seasoned FD with broad experience in financial leadership, offering practical advice and real-world examples.

Why Read This Book?
The role of a Finance Director is evolving. No longer confined to managing the numbers, today's Finance Director is a strategic partner, a change agent, and a key driver of business success. This book equips you with the knowledge, tools, and confidence to not just survive, but thrive in your new role.