Anthony Steiner, FCA
Working with Business Owners, Boards and Finance teams, providing independent challenge and business support.
I am a Chartered Accountant with 37 years experience working with clients as an auditor and business advisor, gained from 16 years in a Big 4 firm and the last 21 as a Partner in a mid tier firm.
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As an Audit Partner for 18 years and an Accounting and Financial Reporting Partner for the last 3, I have worked with businesses in a number of sectors, principally manufacturing, retail, property and construction, leisure and tech. I have extensive experience working with business owners, some from the inception of their businesses to the ultimate disposal, also with PE backed entities and in particular UK entities with overseas ownership.
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You will find me approachable, having built some sound business relationships throughout my career, always prioritising quality of service and going the 'extra mile' where required. The range of clients I have worked with during the years has enabled me to communicate on many different levels, cutting through the technical speak where required.
How I can support you
Fractional FD role/non-executive director
For those businesses where an FD is needed, but they are not at that point where a full time director is required, I can undertake continuing or ad-hoc appointments, looking after the detail and allowing owners to focus on the overall strategic direction of the business...
Business planning and forecasting
I can provide input, direction and support in the formulation of plans for the future, considering growth strategies, succession, possible exit routes and the adequacy of current accounting and business information streams in producing information which will stand up to due diligence...
Accounting process review
Are your accounting processes fit for purpose and future proof?
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I can assist businesses wishing to implement reporting structures and processes and identify where the use of latest technologies can be maximised to give owners the information they need. I will review your finance function to assess its effectiveness and the adequacy of processes and controls in producing relevant and accurate information for decision making...
Building a team
I have managed team members for most of my career and can assist businesses in developing key team members, identifying how skill sets can be improved, how the soft skills can be honed and sharing my experiences in dealing with situations, discussing possible approaches each individual can adopt to suit their own personality as they develop as business leaders...
Become audit ready
I can work with businesses preparing for statutory audits, providing accounting advice, facilitating the dialogue with auditors, helping to identify potential issues and solutions before they become time critical and minimising the impact of an audit on a business's team...
