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Innovative products and expert advice for business finance & accounting

The finance industry is constantly changing. Business finance professionals know that their success depends on adapting and evolving to meet new challenges, embracing new ideas and introducing technologies to support business finance growth.

Our mission? To share our combined ‘know-how’ with inspirational seminars and expert exhibitors, all sharing their experience and expertise – in an engaging exhibition environment.
Learn about strategies, find new products and spark new ideas for your business.

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Banking

Business finance, expenses, factoring, crowdfunding, payment systems, Foreign Currency

Risk

Cybercrime, insurance, fraud, debt

ERP

ERP and accounting software, payments, business intelligence, cryptocurrency, data analytics, budgeting

Tax

Planning, making tax digital, compliance

Services

Financial reporting, consultancy, legal, audit

HR

Pensions, private health, payroll, training

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Expert Speakers – Informative Seminars

Join us for free thought-provoking, educational seminars

Discover a wealth of knowledge and expertise at our upcoming financeSHOWCASE educational seminars. Tailored exclusively for finance professionals, they provide invaluable insights into the latest trends, strategies, and best practices in the industry.

Delivered by renowned experts and thought leaders, the seminars cover a wide range of topics, from banking, risk assessment, tax services and HR to regulatory compliance, invoice and currency, cybercrime and data analytics.

Immerse yourself in a dynamic learning environment providing the latest information and technological advancements, network with peers, and gain the tools and insights necessary to excel.

Manchester 24th June
London 23rd September
Bristol 7th October
Preparing for Investment and Growth
David Atherton
Staria
Join us to discover the crucial steps for preparing your business for investment and growth. Learn how to demonstrate your business's potential, explore various funding options, and understand strategies for mergers, acquisitions, and global expansion. We'll also cover effective growth strategies and the importance of investing in the right people, partners, and technology to ensure a successful growth journey.
Growth against the odds – strategies for success in uncertain times
Gareth Anderson
Allica Bank
Managing uncertainty as a business owner can be one of the hardest and loneliest parts of the job. Especially if you want to grow. Gareth is Head of Business Management at Allica Bank, the UK's fastest-growing company (Sunday Times 100, 2024). With X years of relationship banking experience under his belt, here he shares what he's learned from helping hundreds of businesses to grow, and discusses his top five practical tips for business owners to sustain growth in the today's uncertain environment.
What has been shaping CFO mindsets in 2025 (and why it matters)
Elaine Birch
AccountsIQ
A new wave of challenges has been reshaping the role of the CFO in 2025 – from increasing complexity and shifting priorities to the growing pressure on time, tools and teams. In this session, we’ll explore key pain points drawn from the second edition of AccountsIQ’s CFO Mindset Report, including ERP regret, data strain, AI and the realities of digital transformation. Join us for a forward-looking conversation on what has been influencing finance leaders in 2025 – and learn exactly how to avoid common implementation pitfalls and future-proof your finance function.
Automating Finance Statement Reconciliation Using AI Enabled Automation Platforms
Richard Fishburn
Spectrum Digital
In this seminar, we explore how artificial intelligence and automation technologies can streamline everyday finance operations — from reconciling statements and managing payment runs to deploying digital workers that handle repetitive tasks. Led by Richard Fishburn, Head of Technical Consulting at Spectrum, the session shares practical examples of how businesses are applying these tools to reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and free up teams for more valuable work. Whether you're curious about AI or already exploring automation, there's something here for anyone looking to modernise finance processes.
From Transaction to Transformation: How AI Elevates Finance Teams
Donna Poynter
Kaplan
In this session we will explore how the finance profession is evolving — and how finance leaders can prepare their people for the future. We’ll start by looking at the traditional role of the bookkeeper, and how recruitment trends in the UK have shifted in recent years. AI will be explored in its simplest terms and show why it matters to finance teams.
How AI agents transform finance teams
Rasmus Areskoug
Paraglide AI
This talk explores how AI agents will transform finance teams, the processes and use cases to start with today, and the future where agents are not just tools but co-workers that handle tasks, drive efficiency, and free humans for strategy.
Who's Exhibiting

Your vision, our solution

Specialist exhibitors

Providing one-on-one advice

financeSHOWCASE is tailored exclusively for Buisness Finance Professionals. The events present a diverse range of specialist exhibitors showcasing their expertise and cutting-edge solutions, and to help you navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence. Among the lineup, renowned consulting companies offer valuable insights into finance and accounting subjects. Learn about the latest innovative software and tools designed to streamline business operations. From strategies on budgeting, planning and digital, to compliance, audit and legal – learn from the experts how to streamline your financial operations.

AccountsIQ
HEADLINE SPONSOR - Scalable cloud accounting to help you grow
AAT
The leading professional body for accounting technicians
Allica Bank
No-nonsense banking for established businesses
AMS
From Clock‑In to Pay‑Out - All in One with AMS HR Pay Roll
Bracket
The new standard for digital treasury
Chaser
Bring your revenue in faster with accounts receivable automation
Compas
Integrated planning and analytics on the cloud
Forecast 5
Forecast 5 – essential for cashflow budgeting and forecasting
ICAEW
ICAEW supports over 208,000 members & students.
Kaplan
Award winning training provider
Paraglide AI
The smartest way to get paid on time
Scan-Optics
Digitise, Organise and Optimise your data
Spectrum Digital
We automate dull and repetitive finance processes
Staria
Fintech Services  & Software for local and International Trade
Xe
Global business payments and FX risk management
Xledger UK
Accounting & Financial Management Software
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“The team at financeSHOWCASE is delighted to launch this new event theme, which will join our well-established itSHOWCASE and marketingSHOWCASE portfolio. The positive and relaxed atmosphere at these events provides ample opportunities for discussion. Lots of takeaways from the talks too.”

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What is the point of forecasting?

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