Publications

From time to time, my clients ask me to research and to write publications for them. Or I write my own. Here are some of the publications I’ve written to date. Some are available for free online, but I’m afraid that others require payment or a subscription of some kind. I’ve provided links where possible.

(Note: An * after the title indicates that I updated an existing publication, so can’t take full credit for it.)

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (2023) The role of the Chief Financial Officer in public service organisations. [Publication pending.]

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (2022) The implementation of the Financial Management Code: Approaches and lessons learned.

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (2022) The Art of Local Government Reorganisation.

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (2021) Effective Governance in Police Collaboration.

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (2020) The Financial Management Code: Guidance notes.

UK Research Staff Association (2019) Tips for researchers taking maternity, paternity, adoption or parental leave and advice for institutions and employers.

British Universities Finance Directors Group (2019) A BUFDG guide to understanding university finance.

Sockmonkey Consulting (2019) Academic workload modelling.

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (2018) Thinking ahead: Developing a financial strategy. *

Leadership Foundation for Higher Education (2017) Getting to grips with efficiency: A guide for governors.

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (2017) Option appraisal: A practical guide for public service organisations. *

British Universities Finance Directors Group (2016) Integrated reporting in higher education: Helping universities tell their stories better.

Leadership Foundation for Higher Education (2016) Getting to grips with finance: A guide for governors. *

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (2015) Benchmarking analysis: Internal audit in local government.

Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (2014) Benchmarking analysis: Accountancy in local government.

British Universities Finance Directors Group (2013) The Transparent Approach to Costing: A short introductory guide for senior managers and governors.