Finance Transformation Consulting
Finance Transformation Consulting Services for Strategic CFOs
Achieve clarity, restore control, and deliver results that matter with Ahqenza.
Because finance transformation isn’t just about change — it’s about progress with purpose.
Why Finance Leaders Choose Ahqenza
Today’s finance leaders aren’t just balancing books; they’re balancing regulation, digitisation, risk, and commercial performance. Yet over 70% of finance transformation initiatives fail to meet expectations. Why?
- Strategic misalignment
- Vendor-led decisions
- Governance blind spots
- Transformation fatigue
This is where Ahqenza steps in. We provide independent, board-ready consulting to bridge the gap between intent and impact. Led by Amna Zaidi—a Chartered Accountant and seasoned transformation advisor—our services give CFOs the clarity, confidence, and control to lead change that sticks.
Our Approach: Precision. Partnership. Progress.
At Ahqenza, we work alongside finance leaders to recalibrate programmes, fix what’s broken, and accelerate what works. Our approach is:
- Independent – No vendor bias, no system agenda
- Finance-only – We serve CFOs and finance teams exclusively
- Board-ready – Our deliverables withstand scrutiny at the highest level
Expert-led – Every engagement is led by a senior Chartered Accountant with 20+ years of experience
Our Core Finance Transformation Services
Finance Transformation Assurance Audits
Unbiased, vendor-neutral reviews of live or planned programmes. Whether it’s ERP implementation, GBS setup, regulatory compliance, or automation, our audits assess alignment, governance, delivery health, and ROI.
Audit Tiers:
Essentials Audit (4 weeks) – Focused assurance before key investment decisions
Precision Audit (6 weeks) – In-depth review of execution, risk, and stakeholder alignment
Transformation Mastery Audit (8 weeks) – Full-spectrum evaluation with recovery strategy and benefit realisation plan
Programme Turnaround & Recovery
For in-flight programmes that are slipping, stalled, or politically fractured. Our 90-day recovery model includes:
- Rapid diagnostics and reset plan
- Stakeholder re-alignment and re-engagement
- Quick wins to rebuild momentum and credibility
Transformation Design Consulting
For CFOs designing change from the ground up. We help build:
- Target operating models (including SSC, GBS, offshoring)
- Governance structures and delivery roadmaps
- Role, process, and capability design across FP&A, Financial Control, and Procurement
Finance Strategy Consulting
For modern finance leaders shaping tomorrow’s agenda. We provide:
- Strategic transformation roadmaps
- ESG, regulatory, and tech-aligned finance strategies
- KPI development aligned to business goals and board priorities
Additional Specialist Offers
⏳ 90-Day Programme Recovery
Immediate, hands-on support for programmes in distress. We realign leadership, resolve delivery friction, and restore board confidence.
📅 120-Day Transformation Strategy Design
A co-designed blueprint for the future of your finance function, including:
- Current-state diagnostic
- Strategic priority map
- CFO-aligned roadmap and KPIs
Who We Serve
Our consulting services are built for senior finance leaders responsible for delivering results:
- CFOs and Group Finance Directors driving ROI and governance
- Finance Transformation Leaders managing large-scale change
- Audit & Risk Committees seeking independent assurance
- Internal Auditors & Risk Officers strengthening controls
- Programme Sponsors and Board Members seeking transparency and alignment
We serve UK-headquartered and global organisations with £100M+ turnover across financial services, corporates, and regulated sectors.
Three Tiers of Our Transformation Assurance Service
We offer flexible tiers to suit the scale, urgency, and complexity of your programme. Our audits are light on your time, heavy on our impact — requiring under 2 hours of executive involvement over the entire engagement.
Transformation Mastery Audit (8 Weeks)
Our most comprehensive offering for high-complexity, high-investment programmes.
Everything in Precision, plus:
- Benefits Realisation Toolkit
- Custom Recovery & Sustainability Plan
- Final Executive Summary & Strategic Recommendations
Leadership Unlocked: The Blueprint for Influence & Authority
A focused sprint to surface risk and assess alignment before investment decisions.
Includes:
- Strategic Insights Report
- Readiness & Resource Assessment
- Independent Effectiveness Review
- Governance & Risk Enhancement Report
- Executive Summary & Action Plan
Precision Audit (6 Weeks)
A deeper dive into transformation delivery, stakeholder alignment, and risk exposure.
Everything in Essentials, plus:
- Quality Assurance Improvement Plan
- Stakeholder Engagement Strategy
- Comprehensive Roadmap
Move from Uncertainty to Execution with Ahqenza
You’re leading a multi-million-pound transformation. You need results, not regrets.
At Ahqenza, we deliver more than advice. We deliver momentum:
- Uncover hidden risks before they become failures
- Recover stalled programmes with speed and credibility
- Align strategy, people, and performance across the board
- Strengthen your standing as a decisive, high-impact finance leader
Don’t wait for the boardroom questions. Be the one with the answers.
