Entries open for Midlands Finance Awards

Entries are now open for a business awards celebrating the region's finance sector.

The Midlands Finance Awards is now in its eighth year of recognising the work of companies and individuals across Shropshire, the Black Country and wider West and East Midlands.

The scheme aims to shine a light on both emerging and established talent across seven different categories:

- Director/Chief Financial Officer

- Controller/Head of Function

- Team

- Transformation and Change

- Rising Star of the Year

- Transactional Team of the Year

- Team Player of the Year

The deadline for entries is Friday 10th July, after which applications will be reviewed by an expert judging panel, and the ceremony takes place on December 3 at The ICC in Birmingham.

The annual awards is run by recruitment agency Robert Walters, this year in partnership with Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, financial services firm RSM and a new sponsor, management consultancy Aon.

Sign up for our FREE email newsletters here

Robert Walters Midlands director Habiba Khatoon said: "Over 500 of the Midlands finance community gathered to celebrate the remarkable achievements of last year's winners and runners-up.

"This year, we're thrilled to continue our partnership with RSM and ACCA and even more excited to welcome Aon to our family.

"At their core, these awards are about connection and collaboration and, with such strong support behind us, 2026 is sure to go from strength to strength."

Chris Barley, head of office for commercial risk at Aon Birmingham, added: "It is a pleasure to be embarking on our first year of partnership for what promises to be another standout year for the Midlands Finance Awards. We can't wait to see this year's applications and hear their inspiring stories."

Entries can be submitted via the Robert Walters website.