Managerial Excellence

Elevate Your Team's Finance Managerial Skills

Empower your team’s financial leadership journey with best practice management techniques, essential core skills, and high-performance strategies designed to drive personal growth and team success. 

FACILITATOR
Oliver Deacon

Oli is an ICAEW FCA based out of the UK, a PCC certified coach with ICF and a former Microsoft Finance Director.

Managerial Excellence Overview:

WORKSHOP 1

BEST PRACTICE
MANAGEMENT

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 2

MANAGING PEOPLE

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 3

PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 4

BUILDING HIGH-PERFORMANCE TEAMS

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 5

TASK MANAGEMENT AND PRIORITIZATION

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 6

DELEGATION AND EMPOWERMENT

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

WORKSHOP 7

PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION

2 CPE Credits / 2 CPD Hours

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, your team will have acquired a comprehensive set of strategies, techniques, and an actionable plan to effectively manage thriving teams and cultivate a high-performance culture. Your team will be equipped with the tools and insights needed to foster collaboration, drive productivity, and ensure sustained success within your organization.

Course Reviews

Pieria Pro
Pieria Pro
Finance Business Partner
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The Finance Transformation program was a power-packed crash course in driving change. It offered a well-rounded view on crafting strategies, modernizing systems, refining processes, evaluating tech, engaging stakeholders, and inspiring teams to embrace transformation. Regardless of experience level, this program emphasized the importance of every individual's role in reshaping finance. It's like fitting together pieces of a puzzle to create a transformative whole. It makes complex change achievable by equipping participants with practical tools to navigate transformation.

But this program wasn't just theoretical; it's a guide to unlocking change along with practical exercises. It provides insights into effective strategies, sustainable systems, and the human side of transformation – rallying teams and fostering collaboration. The case study at the end of the course was eye opening!

In essence, the Finance Transformation program can be a roadmap in the continuing evolving finance world. Having the opportunity to be part of this program, I can confirm that it empowers professionals to lead their organizations toward meaningful progress. If you're ready to shape the future of finance, this program is your invaluable collaborator.
Aisha Kasmani
Aisha Kasmani
Directorate Accountant at Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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This week marked the end of an insightful seven-session course with GrowCFO on Finance Transformation.

We covered a wide range of topics from managing stakeholders to creating a project plan and even analysing available software solutions (who knew there were so many!). Oliver Deacon is an engaging facilitator who managed to keep the energy and interest high throughout despite it being virtual. He delivered a combination of theory based models with practical examples and the chance to deep-drive into the week's specific topic via smaller break out rooms. I'm extremely impressed with the breath of subject matter covered and how relevant and applicable it was made to feel within an NHS context even though it wasn't aimed at a public sector audience.

As a CIMA finalist, this Transformation Boot Camp brought my Strategic level studies to life; especially in our final session where we worked through a Case Study and tied all the different elements together. I walked away feeling inspired and excited about the opportunities we have for progress in this area! Finally, the care taken with the workbooks and presentation materials is testament to the passion and pride taken by Oli and the GrowCFO team and I very much look forward to working with them again in the future.
John Driscoll
John Driscoll
Financial Controller at Framestore
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The Finance Transformation program was great for getting into the transformation mindset before the company goes through a costly change.  The course was honest on the investment required in time, money, and the huge role that technology plays.  Companies commonly invest vast sums on a new way of working but do not invest in the journey it will take employees and transition managers to get from point A to B. The Finance Transformation program provided the framework that I needed to feel confident as a champion of change within my organization.
Phil Blazey
Phil Blazey
Finance Director at Discogs
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The finance transformation course was well structured and provided content that is relevant and applicable regardless of industry sector or size of organisation. The course materials were useful and Oli was an excellent facilitator who articulated the key course concepts in an engaging way.
Daniel James
Daniel James
Logistics Development Finance Manager, St Modwen
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Instructor was very engaging and charismatic which made the content a lot more interesting and informative
James Howell
James Howell
Head of Commercial Finance, St Modwen
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I wasn't expecting to take away so many useful tools and techniques. The session with my team, particularly as it's so new, was incredibly useful.
Karl-luke Steinhagen
Karl-luke Steinhagen
Corporate Development Associate, St Modwen
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The course was fantastic in helping us take a step back, reconsider our processes and ways of working.
Michael Blair
Michael Blair
Finance Director - Industrial and Logistics, St Modwen
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Excellent course and enjoyable
Rachel Packham
Rachel Packham
Onboarding Accountant, St Modwen
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I feel like the content was very specific to our scenarios where often in these sort of courses it can be generic
Rawa Serwan
Rawa Serwan
Portfolio Analyst, St Modwen
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We have been provided with a fantastic tool kit as a team that we can use moving forward.
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Who is Managerial Excellence for?

Ambitious Professionals:

Ideal for accountants, financial analysts, and finance managers seeking to become dynamic, strategic finance business partners.

Progressive Finance Teams:

The course is perfect for organizations aiming to equip their team with the tools they need to transform into proactive partners who guide key business decisions.

Forward-Thinking Finance Leaders:

Great for finance leaders wanting to foster a culture of innovation and collaboration within your finance department.

Trusted By

Our courses have already delivered transformational learning outcomes to people in the following companies:

Meet Your Course Facilitator

Oliver Deacon

Course Facilitator
UK, Europe, Middle East and Africa

Oliver, a former Microsoft Finance Director, is an executive leadership and innovation coach with a passion for building world-class teams and coaching individuals to reach their full potential. His career has spanned roles at Skype, Best Buy Europe, and Deloitte, leading and coaching international teams in the UK, US, and Europe. At Microsoft, he led finance culture programs and facilitated development workshops.

With over 1,000 hours of coaching experience, Oliver works with clients from major tech companies and finance professionals, helping them grow in rapidly changing environments. His coaching style is energetic, pragmatic, and inspiring, focusing on leadership and organizational development.

A PCC with the International Coaching Federation and an ICAEW Fellow Chartered Accountant, Oliver holds a Master’s in Earth Sciences from Oxford. He brings energy, a fresh perspective, and approachability to his coaching, providing clients with the tools they need to thrive in their careers.

Course Content

WORKSHOP 1
BEST PRACTICE MANAGEMENT

Unlock the secrets to effective management with the GrowCFO Management Framework, revealing your unique managerial style and likely team impact.
Determine your role model status while exploring strategies to enhance your management skills and leadership progression.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 2
MANAGING PEOPLE

Strategically empower your team members by assigning roles, fostering career growth, and promoting open dialogue to enhance communication.
Provide on-the-job coaching and support to nurture development and foster a culture of empathy and collaboration.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 3
PERFORMANCE MANAGEMENT

Set clear expectations and goals, provide constructive feedback, and manage performance effectively to unlock your team's full potential and exceed expectations.
Identify and remove obstacles hindering performance while addressing underperformance and nurturing ambitious team members.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 4
BUILDING HIGH-PERFORMANCE TEAMS

Cultivate a high-performance culture by recognizing achievements, driving continuous improvement, and leveraging team synergies for optimal success.
Promote diversity, inclusion, and collaboration to build motivated and resilient teams poised for greatness.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 5
TASK MANAGEMENT AND PRIORITIZATION

Master the art of task prioritization and resource allocation to optimize outcomes and ensure quality output.
Monitor progress closely to meet deadlines and maintain high standards while implementing effective time management techniques to maximize productivity.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 6
DELEGATION AND EMPOWERMENT

Harness the power of delegation to enhance team productivity and effectiveness, understanding the seven levels of delegation for tailored empowerment.
Identify suitable tasks and team members, empowering them with increased responsibility and stakeholder exposure.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

WORKSHOP 7
PROBLEM-SOLVING AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION

Equip yourself with problem-solving techniques and foster a culture of innovation to proactively address challenges.
Identify and resolve sources of conflict within the finance function, managing difficult conversations and maintaining team cohesion through negotiation strategies.
Fields of Study:
Personal Development 2 CPE Credits (2 CPD Hours)

Trusted and Accredited

Our courses are accredited by NASBA, enabling your finance teams to earn their CPE or CPD points with confidence.

Tools Your Team Will Learn

Effective Communication

Master clear, concise messaging to enhance team collaboration and stakeholder engagement, ensuring seamless communication across departments.

Personal Awareness

Understand your impact on other people, empowering personal growth and effective self-management in challenging situations.

Emotional Intelligence

Navigate complex interpersonal dynamics with sensitivity and awareness, fostering a positive work environment and reducing conflicts.

Relationship-Building

Cultivate lasting connections, enhancing teamwork and trust within your finance function, leading to increased productivity and job satisfaction.

After Completing Managerial Excellence, Your Team will…

Case Studies

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to Book Your Team on this Course

Book a call with one of our finance team training directors to discuss your requirements and book your training.

Catherine Marks

Finance Team Training Director

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Finance Team Training Director