"I was introduced to Dial a CFO through a mutual business acquaintance who is a senior finance executive and incidentally also a Dial Associate.  As a CFO, Tony was able to grasp the commercial imperative quickly and presented Mike who was subsequently engaged to ascertain reasons for differences between physical and accounting inventory which arose during an outsourced 3PL arrangement.  Mike applied himself to the task diligently and demonstrated a sound comprehension of logistics which enabled us to gain an understanding regarding the nature of the variances.  We are pleased with the outcome in what was clearly a very chalenging exercise"

 

Tom Mullins - Group General Manager Supply Chain Australian Pharmaceuticals Industries (API) 

 

 "I have been working with Tony for several months now after discovering the existence of Dial a CFO, and have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending him, and the unique services offered by Dial a CFO.

Dial a CFO provides a very real solution to a very real and common problem- SME's and start-ups not being able to access company directors, CFO's and other senior executives with the knowledge and expertise that they offer, at a price that you can initially afford.

Tony's concept of providing companies with that expertise and executive profile, literally on a "switch-on, switch-off" basis, is both inspiring and wonderfully innovative.

I went to Tony for a solution, and he provided it. While he he did not have immediate access to the relatively unique requirement that I was looking for, he was quite open and told me that was the case. However within 2 weeks he had provided me with the CV of a gentleman with the relevant profile, experience and expertise, and I have not looked back since. The bottom line is, if you have got a particular requirement, and he does not have that particular blend of expertise that you are looking for, he will immediately go and source exactly what you need.

On a personal basis I find Tony extremely down to earth, most approachable, friendly, very honest and up-front, and commercially astute. He is also a man of integrity and since working together I am pleased to say that we have also become friends.

Tony and Dial a CFO provided one of the important missing pieces that incubators usually fail to provide.”

 

Nicholas Tee - Managing Director Zane Education

 

“I approached Dial a CFO through an existing relationship I have with the Principal Tony Rutherford who has worked with me previously.  We required a fresh perspective to undertake a number of commercial projects on a part time basis over a 12 month period.  Tony offered to source the required level of expertise and acted expediently in providing a short list of Dial Associates.  John was interviewed by the Board and subsequently appointed to the role.  While it is early days he has set about the task in a professional and diligent manner – establishing credibility and rapport with Directors, Staff, and our Bankers.  The Dial resourcing solution is underpinned by quality service that  offers transparency and value and I have no hesitation in recommending it.”

 

Alan Pearson - Director Magsons Hardware (Mitre 10)

 

“I was contacted by Tony from Dial a CFO through a mutual acquaintance when we had started the search for a Management Accountant to join the finance team after the resignation of our Finance Manager caused us to rethink the finance area. We realised that it would be at least three months before we had the right person driving this area and we needed cover in the meantime and our current Finance Manager was leaving. Tony worked over the weekend to put together a short list based on what we were after and the following day we interviewed two candidates settling on Andrea to help us over this time. She has been solid in her performance with good attention to detail and has got on with the team here. We’ve added a bit of pressure to the role with our International expansion putting further pressure on the Finance Team. We’ve extended her contract twice since getting her on board. We appreciated the speed with which Tony got onto the job and how efficiently we were able to get the right cover in place. “

 

 Alistair Sedcole - General Manager Allpress Espresso

 

“I engaged Tony Rutherford from Dial a CFO to assist with the transition of the transport function of the Auckland super city for a period of 7 months spanning the period pre and post transition.

His initial responsibility was to ensure a smooth transition of business systems so that Auckland Transport (the new CCO responsible for all Auckland region transport matters post 1 November) could operate effectively on day 1.

This required gaining an intimate understanding of legacy systems, developing an integration plan, and managing a program of work which ensured that data, process, and people resource were deployed effectively to achieve the above. Additionally, Tony owned the development of specific greenfield process and procedures in a politically charged environment demanding pragmatism, patience, and the ability to think laterally. This piece of work was completed successfully.

Tony is differentiated by his ability to effectively self-manage in a very fluid environment, often with priorities changing on a daily basis. Throughout he remains professional, calm, and pragmatic. He navigates relationships with ease and is well regarded by his peers for both his ability and sense of humour. I have no hesitation in endorsing Tony and we wish him well for the future.”

 

Stephen Smith - Manager Finance at Auckland Transport