Space Syntax Limited - Architectural Consultancy

"Space Syntax Limited, an architectural consultancy, has for some time recognised the benefits of having a part-time Finance Director.  In January 2007 we met with the FD Centre and shortly after Chris Bell, an FD Centre Principal, joined us as Part-Time Finance Director.

Chris initially carried out a two day review of Space Syntax's business which proved an invaluable introduction to Chris and the FD Centre and it was clear from that initial review he had gained a good understanding of our business and the issues facing us at that time.

Since that time Chris has spent 3-4 days a months with us and has been involved in a number of aspects of our business, including:

• Becoming a member of the management team and providing input into the strategic direction of the company
• Contributing to monthly board meetings
• Ensuring timely and meaningful monthly management accounts
• Managing and training the company's bookkeeper
• Annual budget preparation and monitoring
• Managing the company's cash resources
• Developing, in conjunction with our operations staff, new systems to record and control time and expense costs on projects
• Liaising with the company's bankers and external accountants.

The benefits to Space Syntax of Chris's invovlement include:

• A hands on but independent oversight of the company
• A flexible approach that provides added value
• Experience and an understanding of professional service companies
• A sounding board for strategic and other issues
• An ability to communicate with the board, the management team and external advisers".

Tim Stonor - CEO